Velvet’s POVHis thumb traced the edge of my jaw, gentle… almost reverent.“But I want you to need me.”My heart stuttered.Before I could find words, his lips brushed the corner of my mouth just a feather like kiss on my lips. My heart raced. My breath became erratic.When he felt me tremble, something in him snapped.His hand slid to the back of my neck, guiding me closer.“Zavian…” I whispered, breathless.That was all it took, one word. His name on my lips, everything changed.In one fluid motion, he lowered me onto the bed, his body hovering over mine, careful. His palm slid along my cheek, raising my chin.Then he kissed me. Gently, smoothly but deep and slow, like he was taking his time trying to comfort me.My fingers curled into his shoulders instantly, pulling him closer. His breath hitched just slightly and the sound sent a flush spiraling through me.He kissed me again, much deeper this time, his body lowering until I felt the warmth of him through the thin layers between
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