C18 Wolf Meets Crassus

Bellinor released Alinta to cover his mouth as he coughed uncomfortably, trying to get his thoughts together. Her words were completely unexpected. Though determined to change her perspective of him, Bellinor slips his free hand under her jaw to cup the side of her face, making her look at him.

"My dear, please rather see me as your beloved protector, for my feelings for you are so much more