Marcus and Samantha's eyes locked, an electric current passing between them. Without a word, Marcus closed the distance between them, his movements fluid and predatory.
He cupped Samantha's face in his hands, his touch gentle despite the intensity burning in his gaze. For a moment, they stood frozen, each savoring the anticipation of what was to come. Then, with a low growl that sent shivers down Samantha's spine, Marcus claimed her lips in a searing kiss.
The moment their lips met, it was as if a dam had broken. All the pent-up passion and desire they'd been holding back came rushing to the surface. Samantha's hands flew to Marcus's hair, her fingers tangling in his dark locks as she pulled him closer, desperate to eliminate any space between them.
