Lucifer and the Angel

A warm wave of fragrance and sunlight greeted them as they crossed the room to the orchids.

"I told you, Anita," said the Duke of Ollerton, "never come to a Conservatory alone with a man unless you want him to make love to you."

Her eyes widened: "I... I never... thought..."

"... that it applied to me?" the Duke finished "Well, it does! That is why, my darling, I brought you here--to tell you that I love you!" He swept her into his arms, claiming her lips with his, filling her with joy that was like the sun coming through the clouds... and like Heaven....