Duke, Please Stay With Me

I remember working so hard to keep our family business thriving despite all odds. I recall abusing my body just to meet ends and eventually died from over working. Now that I woke up in a different world and different environment, I will make sure to live my life to the fullest and cherish those who are dear to me. I will not repeat the same mistake of isolating myself from everybody. "I suppose you have forgotten about our promise." Annalise trembled at the man's words and steeled her pounding heart. "What nonsense are you saying?" The corner of his lips lifted as he gazed lovingly at the woman trapped between the wall and his body. He raised his hand and held her cheek in a delicate manner. Annalise shuddered at the contact and closed her eyes. The strange yet familiar feel of his large warm hands brought so many memories that they shared before. But she knows she must not falter. "Stop," she muttered weakly, scared that her crumbling resolve might completely melt away. "You're as stubborn as ever, sweetheart." Her eyes fluttered at the familiar endearment and she unconsciously gazed at his dazzling amber eyes.