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Emmaline felt her body stiffen as Aaron held her by the throat, unsure of how to react to the sudden situation. She felt trapped. It was as if she was mere prey in his grasp. Never before hand Emmaline felt so small and insignificant than she did underneath Aaron's gaze at this moment.

She listened to his words fully, her fright washing away with interest in what he said. Emma found herself taken away by his words, unsure by their meanings but knowing that she wanted the results. Desperately. Everything he said about her was true. She wanted to travel and explore the world more than anything else. Could this man really give her all that as he claimed? Emmaline wanted to believe this. And yet, it all seemed too good to be true.

When Aaron released Emmaline's throat, she stepped back and rubbed her tender flesh softly, eyeing the man with interest and worry. His action reminded Emmaline how strong the man was. All though he was well built, Emma could not help the thought that some of the strength was misplaced. "I was serious about the swim," she responded, looking carefully over the dock. "The weather is beautiful and it would be shame to waste it. But. . . it does seem to be getting late," Emma said, looking back to him. Her playful nature was gone, surprised by her uncertainty at Aaron's words. "How. . . How would you be able to do all that for me?" she asked innocently, creeping towards him slightly. "You are right, there is nothing I want more. What would I need to do for such an offer?"