Caleb Sterling thought that he was somewhat shameful.
He should have decisively ended Sierra Summers' affection, but couldn't harden his heart, giving her hope time and again.
In truth, he just wanted this woman in his arms, whether they were a good match or not.
He pushed her away with indifference, yet in his heart, he was incredibly unwilling.
He couldn't be magnanimous. When Chloe Sterling whispered incessantly about her childhood sweetheart's deep but short-lived love in his ear, Caleb Sterling felt a surge of anger and jealousy from deep within, forcing him to recognize his own feelings.
Sierra Summers had long invaded his heart.
Those concerns, the considerations for her, and the easily stirred emotions by her, all had traces to follow.
Caleb Sterling's palm rested on her waist. Even though there was a dress between them, they both felt as if they could feel each other's warmth.
