When Michael pulled away, Eva was beyond shocked to see tears in his eyes.

"I told myself I would be strong, that I would let you go if you wished it, but I cannot. Stay with me, Eva. Don't leave me.

“Touch me and tell me you don't believe we're meant to be together. Tell me you …”

“I'd like to point out that I've already seen you nude. Lovely as you are, and m…”

“When they finally made love, he would accept no more than total surrender from …”

“Sudden moisture burned against the back of his eyelids. He blinked it away befo…”