he puts his hand around the back of my neck and pulls me in close . the duke came to a halt on the second step of the wide staircase in order to turn and give her a pointed look . but by the smell of it they were desperate to leave this place . what if he didnt survive and these were our last days together ? i never said it was in the case , did i ? so when she wants our room , she expects me to give it up . 