Chapter 49 Honeymoon

• — Isabella ... — Máximo's hoarse voice interrupted her thoughts, capturing the girl's attention as she lifted her face, embarrassed. — Are you okay? — he asked his serious expression still in place. The young woman could only nod and muster a faint smile.
• In an unexpected move for her, but very conscious on Máximo's part, he reached out his hand towards Isabella's, gently taking it.
• — Calm down ... — Máximo's expression softened. — You don't have to be afraid of me. I won't hurt you.