It seemed to move slowly through my body, like a chain linking our hearts. He was intimidating... yet I could only find pain behind his face, a man who needed peace.

Staring now at his outstretched hand, my heart threatening to leave my chest, I found the strength to lift my hand into his, smiling at the warmth I felt.

I've never... felt this kind of passion... so strong... and so intoxicating...

There was one thing I knew of..

I kind of loved him...