Chapter 37

ELIZA’S POV The first rays of morning light filtered through the curtains as I woke up. My body ached in the most delicious way. Every touch, every whispered promise, every kiss, still lingered on my skin. I turned over, instinctively reaching for him, only to find the sheets cold and empty. My heart sank for a moment before I noticed a neatly folded note resting on his pillow. I picked up the note, unfolding it. It was a note from Alexander. My Eliza, You looked so beautiful this morning and it hurt me to leave you but duty calls me to the capital. Know that every moment with you has been lovely, a temptation I cannot resist. I am falling for you, deeper than I ever thought possible. Until I return, think of me, as I will think of you. I love you so much. Yours, Alexander. A slow smile spread across my lips as I traced the ink with my fingers. He loved me. The realization sent made me grin even wider. I had always known there was something different about Alexander, something that mad