Truth be told, she didn't dare accept his ring. The less you love, the more at ease you feel. The more you love, the more you fear loss.
Of course, Julian Donovan wouldn't choose a crowded, public place like the airport to give her a ring. He acted as if nothing had happened, walking over to take her hand and lead her away. Since their luggage was checked in, he had a free hand, which was perfect for holding hers.
Naomi Shaw had no desire to be so intimate with him and tried to pull away. It was just like before—she would break free, and he would catch up; she'd pull away again, and he'd grab her hand again, continuing until she had no strength left to resist.
But he held on, his grip steady, firm, and unrelenting. It was just as it would be for the rest of their lives; no matter what happened, they would hold each other's hand and never let go.
