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.Now, she could hear Eratos working on it, converting it into a rooftop terrace where they could lie out and watch the stars together.She had played the part of the sobbing widow so well that the Antioch guards did not question her.She had told the soldiers a slaver had come to kidnap her and Thelonius killed him, but in his haste tumbled off the far wall.He was considered a hero, but she did not care.An Imperial scroll had come from Emperor Nero bestowing his condolences and as much as she wanted to tear it up she knew she could not.So she placed it in Thelonius’ funerary urn, which she promptly dumped into the sea, stating it was his fondest wish as there had been no will to attest to anything different.Everything belonged to her again.No more would her money be used for Thelonius’ sick need to bleed and torment unwilling subjects.He was gone, and both she and Eratos were free.As much as she wished to marry him, she knew they could not legally do so.Spiritually she knew they were bound together forever and by something secret growing underneath her heart.When she entered the chamber she saw the walls had been sanded down and Eratos was redoing them in Celtic tile work.She stood there for a moment, admiring the way his muscles rippled, the sun bronzing his skin.He was growing back his blond hair—he no longer shaved it down—and it thrilled her to no end thinking about the moment it would return to its full luster and she would be able to run her hands through it.Eratos turned and smiled at her.“Anam cara, I did not hear you come up.”“I have come to admire your work.”Eratos bowed, motioning her to come into the room.She stood in front of the shimmering tiles, staring at the intricate knot-work design done in turquoise.“What is it? It’s beautiful.”“It is a symbol for atonement.I thought it was fitting.”“Yes, very.” She ran her fingers over the cool pottery tiles.“Beautiful.” She could not stop grinning.“You’re looking very pleased with yourself this morning.”Helena chuckled.“I have a secret.”Eratos arched a brow.“Oh, do tell.”“I am with child.”He took a step back, dumbfounded.“Truly?”She nodded her head.“Are you pleased?”“Am I pleased?” He let out a roar of laughter and swung her around.“Anam cara, you have made me the happiest man in the world.” He gently kissed her.“I am so happy I found you, Helena.”“Aye and I am happy you came back, Eratos.My brave warrior, but do you not miss Britannia? We could return there.”Eratos shook his head.“No, we are safe here.I will remain your servant—no one will question our child’s legitimacy.”“Britannia is your home though.”He shook his head.“My home is here with you, anam cara.Now and forever.”Helena sighed.Forever sounded like paradise.About the AuthorAmy discovered her love of the written word when she realized that she could no longer act out the fantastical romances in her head with her dolls.Writing about delicious heroes was much more fun than playing with plastic men dolls with the inevitable flesh-colored “tighty whities”.She loves history, the paranormal, and will spew out historical facts like a volcano, much to her dear hubby’s chagrin.When she’s not thinking about the next sensual romp, she’s chasing after two rug rats and reading anything spicy that she can get her hands on.Amy welcomes comments from readers.You can find her website and email address on her author bio page at www.ellorascave.com.Tell Us What You ThinkWe appreciate hearing reader opinions about our books.You can email us at Comments@EllorasCave.com.Also by Amy RuttanGladiator’s RevengeHard CandyLove Thy NeighborMale OrderMasque of DesireRain GodPrint books by Amy RuttanFinely Aged anthologyFox’s BrideSweet anthologyTantalizing Treats anthologyTempting Turquoise anthologyDiscover for yourself why readers can’t get enough of the multiple award-winning publisher Ellora’s Cave.Whether you prefer e-books or paperbacks, be sure to visit EC on the web at www.ellorascave.com for an erotic reading experience that will leave you breathless.www.ellorascave.com
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