Luca’s POV
Upon exiting Emma's room, I sensed a tumultuous storm brewing within me. Her fragrance lingered on my skin, intensifying the irresistible attraction she had over me. I tightened my fists while walking through the corridor, attempting to concentrate on anything other than the sensation of her gentle body under me. Having her, possessing her should have made me content, yet it only intensified the burning desire.
Emma was comparable to a drug - one that makes you crave more despite knowing it's harming you. What exacerbated the situation was my intense dislike for how strong my desire for her was. She was meant to be just a convenient marriage, a tool to secure alliances and strengthen my hold on power.
However, she was evolving into something greater. She was really starting
