Midnight Desires: A Taboo Collection
He wore only a pair of dark sweatpants, leaving his broad torso completely bare.
In the dim light, Angela could see the intricate network of scars that crisscrossed his back and shoulders. They were physical markers of a dangerous, violent past. Instead of pushing her away, the sight made her chest tighten with a strange, fierce ache. He looked incredibly strong, but in the quiet of the night, he also looked profoundly alone.
As if sensing her presence, Mike turned his head. His eyes found hers in the darkness. He did not look surprised to see her. He simply stood up, his massive frame casting a long shadow across the room.