Without A Clue by Pamela Wilder Page A

me.”
     
    “I still don’t know that.” Amelia leaned toward him, wanting him to understand. “I need to hear how you feel, Aden, and then I need you to back those words up with actions.”
     
    A slow smile spread across his face. “So, you’re willing to give me a second chance?”
     
    “I think this might be fourth or fifth, Aden.” Amelia suppressed her own smile, trying to appear serious. “I am willing, but I need to know I matter.”
     
    “Amelia, you more than matter.” Aden rose, tugging her to her feet and ignoring the stares of all the other diners with great aplomb. “You’re amazing. I want to be with you. I want to make love to you. I want you to be my partner. I love you, Amelia. No more running.”
     
    Joy exploded through her body, and Amelia threw her arms around Aden’s neck to a smattering of applause from the wait staff. “I love you, too, Aden. So much. Please tell me this is real.”
     
    “It’s real, Amelia. I promise. I know what to do now.” Aden bent his head to kiss her, taking her mouth with a passion she’d never felt before in her life.
     
    She believed him, believed he was going to try hard to make this thing between them work. Amelia couldn’t wait to find out where their next adventure would take her.
     
    End