never had she known james to speak anything other the truth, especially in the presence of a woman. he was poised, proper, & held enough grace & elegance for the two of them. something her father had once noted just months before their engagement. the ring dazzled beneath the natural light provided by the sun. with each raise of hand, a smile overcame pouty lips, before sipping the dark amber liquid in her glass. opposite hand extends, finding & intertwining his fingers with hers, gently pulling him closer. “ while there may be a hint of truth to your statement, i must inform you, the woman you’ve so desired to call your own is unfortunately not innocent. “ her brows raised, a cheeky grin replacing the warm smile spread upon gently pink colored lips. setting the glass down, delicate arms wrap around her fiancee’s neck, teeth gently grazing her lesser lip. “ surely, you must know what it is you are committing yourself too. it’s been said, i can be quite the handful. “ her voice was soft, sweet as honey, though dare she toss a hint of tease beneath her words. the palm of her hand rests against his silky skin, slowly, inching forward, her lips meeting his, kissing him with such tenderness, yet such passion.