Chapter Fifty-Seven
Their eyes remained locked, the air thickening with tension as the silence between them grew longer. He could feel the weight of her gaze, like a warm touch, and it sent shivers down his spine.
He licked his lips slowly and deliberately, his tongue following the curve of his mouth. It was a small movement, yet it appeared to awaken something in her, a flash of awareness over her face.
Without losing eye contact, his hands went involuntarily, going for her waist. His fingers wrapped around her, drawing her closer until their bodies were nearly touching.
The heat coming from her was obvious, and he could feel his desire rising to match it.
She didn't protest or push him away. Instead, she appeared to dissolve into his embrace, her gaze never leaving his. Their connection between them sparked with energy.
