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legs. He wrapped his arms around her protectively, and pulled her tightly into his embrace. She sighed deeply and rested her head against his chest.
    He watched Ian and Eva dismounting. They approached eagerly, concern etched across their faces.
    “What’s wrong?” Eva asked.
    “I’m not sure,” Sebastian murmured, not wanting to discuss the woman on the hill with them.
    “Humph, she was fine one moment, and the next she was falling off the horse,” Eva remarked, and smiled lightly.
    Of course, Sebastian knew precisely what had scared Arielle. The woman on the hill was Annabel, and Arielle had recognized her.
    “I’m sure she’ll be fine,” he said reassuringly. Relief enveloped Ian and Eva, but deep inside Eva knew there was more to this situation with her friend than Sebastian was letting on.
    Shortly after, Arielle started to feel better. She opened her eyes and shifted uncomfortably. Looking up into Sebastian’s emerald gaze she smiled, and tipping her head up slightly, she pressed a soft kiss on his lips. “I’m sorry, I delayed the outing,” she said. Sebastian pulled her back into a kiss, giving her a reassuring squeeze.
    “We have all day,” he said, without letting his lips leave hers. Then, surging to his feet he bent down, and gripping her arms he pulled her to her feet and right into his arms.
    “God, you scared me.”
    “Sorry,” she said again, apologetically. Turning toward Ian and Eva, she saw them watching her carefully. She gave them a soft smile, and reiterated, “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to spoil the ride. I don’t know what came over me.”
    “Do you still want to ride?” Eva asked.
    “Yes… yes… absolutely,” she replied, and waved dismissively. “I’m fine now.”
    Eva reached for her hand and pressed it softly. “You do know that I don’t mind if you want to change your mind.”
    “Oh, no you don’t,” Ian called, clasping Eva’s hand. “You can’t use Arielle and this episode to get out of riding.” He pulled her toward their horses chuckling, leaving Sebastian and Arielle alone.
    “Are you all right?”
    “Yes, I’m fine,” she said unconvincingly.
    “What in the world came over you?” he asked, his words low and gentle.
    “I looked up on the hill and saw Annabel. Did you not see her?”
    His eyes closed in frustration, and he nodded. Irritation surged though him and his mouth settled into a straight line. He inhaled deeply, trying to suppress an explicit curse.
    “I’m worried that she will create problems for us,” she said quietly.
    “Don’t worry, I’ll take care of everything. Let’s go riding,” he said, raising his hand and gesturing toward the horses. He tucked her hand in his and gave her a warm smile. “You don’t want to keep your friends waiting, do you?”
    “No, of course not,” she said and waved to Eva and Ian, letting them know she was all right. “We’re coming,” she called out, forcing a wide smile on her face.
    “That’s my girl.” Sebastian was aware of the battle she was fighting, between her fear of horses and her desire to please him. He placed his two fingers under her chin, and tilting her head back, he set his lips on hers with passion. “I love you, will you please start trusting in me?”
    “Yes… yes… I will.” She drew a deep breath and tried to smile. “Again, I’m sorry,” she said coyly.
    She squealed, completely startled as Sebastian bent down and swept her into his arms, as if she was completely weightless.
    “What are you doing?” she giggled.
    “I’m putting you on your horse,” he replied, and with a quick move he lifted his arms and set her up on the saddle.
    “Oh,” she bellowed, inhaling sharply, and her stomach tightened once again. She blinked and tried to get accustomed to being on the horse again.
    “Are you okay?” he asked, looking up and locking her gaze. She smiled and leaning down, she ran her fingers down the side of his face and his breath hitched.
    Wow, he