Chapter 177 - Private Sanctuary and Stolen Moments
Liam's POV
The house buzzed with activity from my family members scattered throughout every room. Privacy had become a luxury I could no longer afford to wait for. I guided her toward my private office, the one sanctuary where we could steal a moment alone together.
My fingers turned the lock with deliberate precision. The soft click echoed in the quiet space as I led her directly to my mahogany desk. My heart hammered against my ribs with anticipation that had been building all day.
"The house feels like a circus today and I refuse to wait any longer for everyone to disappear." My voice came out rougher than intended as I leaned close to her ear. "You have consumed my thoughts completely. Every minute away from you has been torture, my beautiful angel."
Her smile lit up her entire face. "The feeling has been mutual."