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“I thought I’d never see you again,” Liza whispered

“Five years, Duke. Five years of wondering.”

Something in her voice must have touched him, as his cool expression gave way to sudden pain. “Whatever I shared with you, it must have been spectacular,” he answered.

Liza stepped closer, all thoughts of safety or caution evaporating, pushed aside by her feelings for the man who stood before her. She didn’t wait for him to kiss her. She stood on tiptoe and brushed her lips softly against his. “I’ve dreamed of this moment for five years,” she said, her arms going around his neck.

For a moment, Duke merely accepted her kiss, but then his arms closed around her and Liza gave herself to the pleasure of his mouth on hers.

The soft darkness of the night cloaked them, and Liza felt Duke’s hands grasp her waist. Her heart was pounding, and beneath his shirt she could feel his answering heartbeat.

He eased her away from him and looked into her eyes. His own were glazed with desire.

“Liza,” he said, his voice hoarse, “I remember.”