The Dual Claim
It was silky smooth, and so very soft.
I pulled at the ends of the ribbon until the bow gave way, and then lifted the cover. The tissue paper was a soft pale gray, folded neatly, hiding the contents.
I swear I heard Gabriel suck in a breath and hold it, waiting for my reaction to whatever was in there.
I unfolded the tissue paper, revealing a black, very lacy satin nightgown.
I sat there, stunned for a couple of reasons. The first being that it was a blatant reminder of things to come. Second was that it was so beautiful and elegant while also being incredibly sexy.