Chapter 158: On The Bed.
The air between them grew heavy, the fire crackling behind them as their breaths mingled, anticipation tightening its hold on them both.
Alaric released her breasts, leaving a cool emptiness in their wake that made Salviana shiver slightly.
His hands moved to cradle her neck, steadying her head as his intense gaze held hers captive. Slowly, he leaned in, pressing his lips to hers.
Salviana held her breath as his soft lips moved over hers, tentative yet deliberate.
They matched hers in texture, gentle and unhurried, savoring each moment. Her hands instinctively gripped his muscular arms as he deepened the kiss.
This kiss was different from the one outside. It wasn’t forceful or commanding. Instead, it was tender, persuasive, filled with patience and purpose.
When his tongue brushed against her lips, she opened for him, allowing him to explore. His tongue ventured into her mouth, claiming every corner, tasting her as though memorizing her essence.
He groaned lowly, pulling her closer, his chest pressing against hers as if trying to meld them together.
She gasped when she felt his hard arousal pressing against her front. The sound only spurred him on, intensifying the kiss.
One of his hands trailed down to her back, firm and grounding, drawing her even closer.
Alaric needed her warmth, her presence, the reassurance of her being here, in his arms and safe.