Chapter 35

He couldn't help but feel a stirring in his heart as his arm seemed to sink into softness. As they walked, Rachel swayed slightly, making it feel like a gentle massage. They encountered several members of the Carter family, and Rachel would pause to briefly chat with each of them before continuing on. It was not until they entered their own courtyard that Rachel let go of Matthew's arm. Her face was flushing. She could feel it burning with heat. Matthew felt a little disappointed when his arm was left empty. Rachel had likely just been putting on a show for others. It was all just an act. He realized that they hadn't known each other for long, and things were progressing quickly. He wasn't particularly in love with Rachel, either. He still didn't know her well enough. The touch earlier had merely awakened his physical longing for a woman's touch. It had been three years since he'd been with a woman. The slightest physical contact was enough to make him restless. Dinner w