Louise took Sonya's hand and gave it a light squeeze. His feelings for her were growing as the days passed, to the extent it was threatening to overwhelm him.
Before everyone in the room, he turned Sonya around and held both her hands.
"I can't even remember what my life was like until you came in, I only ever wanted to fool around and didn't expect to fall in love. You made me fall and I fell so hard that it is hurting me but in a good way. I don't care about who has useless opinions about our union, I love you and that won't change. I will be your shield and will get rid of anyone who dares to come in your way of being the queen of the Pearls."
Louise's voice was solemn and his warm eyes made Sonya grin. She tiptoed and perked his lips, making a boyish grin spread on his face.
"Knorr, quick," Louise shouted towards the door.