Ren's heart pounded in his chest as he buried his face in the crook of Kade's neck, his breath warm against the alpha's skin. The lingering effects of the intense kiss made him instinctively seek refuge in the small, hidden space where he hoped Kade's lips couldn't reach him again.
Kade, sensing Ren's retreat, chuckled softly, a sound that vibrated through both their bodies. Without hesitation, he rolled them over once more, holding Ren securely in his arms. Their legs tangled together, as they lay there in each other's presence.
It would be a lie if Ren said he hated the kiss. Rather, it was the shame of his sudden, inexplicable urge to kiss Kade again that made him hide like this, burrowing into the alpha's embrace as if it could shield him from his own feelings.
