Chapter: 1682

A pang shot through Cliff's chest. He couldn't help it. He leaned down, pressing a gentle kiss to her cheek. “I'm sorry.”

The words came out clumsy and inadequate, but he had no idea how to make it right.

After the kiss, something in him stirred deeper, and he couldn't resist leaning closer, his lips grazing hers.

Laney, still only half awake, opened her eyes to meet his gaze.

Frowning, she pushed him away. “Don't touch me!"