Examining Liela

Liela's breath caught in her throat as Lord Grey's smoldering gaze traveled the length of her body. His daring proposition left her reeling, torn between propriety and the tempting promise of passion. Would she dare explore the depths of her desire? Or were some doors better left closed? Liela had come so far since her youthful follies. The future gleamed with hope and purpose. Yet as Liela stood poised on the edge of womanhood, she couldn't deny the reckless longings Lord Grey stirred within her. This time, would wisdom or wantonness win out?