Chapter 49

Amelia took on nearly half of Michael's weight with her shoulder and supported him as they staggered toward the study. She finally managed to get him on the bed after much effort. Before she could pull away, Michael rolled over and pinned her beneath him. The world spun violently around Amelia, making her dizzy. Her eyes met Michael's intoxicated gaze when she finally regained her senses. Something was wrong—very wrong. What was he trying to do? Michael had drunk a little too much that night after successfully securing a long-anticipated collaboration over dinner. In high spirits, he ended up drinking several extra glasses of wine. Through his blurred vision, the sight of Amelia's delicate face flickered before him. Michael remembered that face. It had appeared many times in his dreams, sometimes alluring, sometimes shy, and sometimes tearful. Memories of that night surged into his mind. His expression changed abruptly as his gaze landed on her soft lips. He leaned down to