[WARNING: THIS CHAPTER CONTAINS EXPLICIT SEXUAL CONTENT. PROCEED WITH CAUTION.]
Neither Tiger nor Ivy had ever expected this to happen tonight. He came to set the records straight because Ivy truly didn't deserve to be in constant danger because of him. After all, the price on his head was far too tempting for anyone who could get it, allowing them to retire and live the rest of their lives in comfort.
On the other hand, Ivy thought this would happen in the distant future, a future where everything was good and they were both ready for any commitment. But alas, things turned out differently, and this future she had in mind was currently unfolding in the present.
Both of them were reluctant to release each other's lips. With her eyes closed, following the guidance of his lips, she felt the soft mattress beneath her. Slowly, she opened her eyes as Tiger pulled his head back from her.
