chapter 53

Ah, Your Highness…!"

 

Eileen's bright brown hair tousled on the white bedsheet as she clutched the lily close. Glancing up, she met Cesare's gaze. He loomed over her like a dangerous predator, his crimson eyes glowing even in the dim light. The intensity of the moment sent shivers down her spine.

 

Cesare's hands came down on either side of her head, caging her. His gaze pinned her in place. As their eye contact lingered, Eileen grew more restless. Finally unable to withstand the intensity, Unable to hold his stare any longer, she started to turn her head away.

 

A soft command, laced with an undercurrent of power, rumbled from Cesare's throat. "Look at me."

 

Well-accustomed to issuing commands, Cesare knew precisely how to assert himself. Reluctantly, Eileen turned back to face him.