Chapter 71

• "I thought we already had this discussion. I do remember telling you at one point that it wouldn't matter," Cullen said in his most sincere tone. His stomach was turning he was so nervous. But if he didn't take this opportunity he didn't know if he'd get another one. "Besides, I do find you incredibly beautiful. And it's not just because of what you look like or smell like. I like the way you make me think and feel. You're intelligent and capable. I never knew what I wanted until I met you."
• Aislinn looked up at him. She wanted to believe him so badly.
• Sarah's words echoed in Cullen's mind. She better be right, he thought. Knowing that if Aislinn ripped his heart out they'd be finding a new alpha for the Arnauk. He cleared his throat and Aislinn could see a nervous schoolboy looking at her through his eyes. "Aislinn Brianne Stevens," he said with a lopsided grin using her full name. She finally smiled back and it gave him courage to continue. "Tá grá agam duit."