Damien's heart raced as he deepened the kiss, his senses overwhelmed by the taste and scent of Brittany. It was like nothing he had ever experienced before. He felt alive, human, and vulnerable all at once.
As they parted for air, Brittany's eyes gleamed with curiosity. "Damien, there's something different about you," she whispered. "Something mysterious."
Damien's heart skipped a beat. He had been careful to keep his true nature hidden, but Brittany's perceptive gaze made him uneasy. "What do you mean?" he asked, trying to sound nonchalant.
Brittany's eyes narrowed. "I don't know, but I sense it. You're not like other men, Damien. There's a depth to you, a darkness that draws me in."
Damien's mind raced. How much did she know? How much did she suspect? He couldn't reveal his secret, not yet. Not until he was sure of her trust.
"Brittany, you're imagining things," he said, forcing a laugh. "I'm just a businessman, that's all."
But Brittany's eyes lingered on his, searching for the truth. Damien knew he had to distract her, to shift her attention away from his secrets.
"Let's get out of here," he said, taking her hand. "Let's explore the city, together."
Brittany's eyes sparkled, and she nodded. "Yes, let's."
As they walked away from the hotel, Damien knew he was playing a dangerous game. He was falling for Brittany, hard, but he couldn't reveal his true nature. Not yet. Not until he was sure she would accept him for what he was.