Paityn finished speaking in one breath. Normally, she wouldn’t have said these things, but perhaps it was because he had come to Crocksten.

Jamie continued to watch her. His gaze was inscrutable. In reality, he had just given her one last chance. If she had shown a hint of regret or had been willing to throw herself into his arms, he could have cleared all obstacles for her.

Jamie was ready and willing to marry her. Anyone who had objections to it would face his wrath. He would not allow othe