I was still slumped against the locked door, thighs sticky and my emerald gown twisted around my waist, when I heard the click. The master key. The door swung open, pushing me forward. Luca filled the frame, his tie loosened, jacket gone, his eyes burning with dark hunger. His broad chest rose and fell steadily, but his jaw was tight, fingers flexing at his sides like he was holding back from grabbing me right there.“Running only makes me want to chase you,” he said, voice low and rough. He stepped inside, kicked the door shut behind him, and locked it again with a deliberate twist.I backed up until my shoulders hit the wall. My breath came out fast, chest heaving, nipples still hard and visible through the silk. Luca closed the distance in two long strides. One big hand cupped the back of my neck, his fingers threading into my hair, while the other hand gripped my hip hard but not enough to cause a bruise. He yanked me against him, crushing my mouth with his.The kiss was all te
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