Aurora’s POV The air between us evaporated. Lucian didn't hesitate. He leaned in, his dark eyes fixed on my lips before he captured them. It started as a soft, testing pressure, but within seconds, the spark of the bond caught fire. He gripped my waist, his large hand burning through my skin, and a breathless whimper escaped my throat. I tangled my fingers in his hair, pulling him closer as the kiss turned deep, heavy, and wildly passionate. The slick slide of his tongue sent a jolt of pure electricity straight to my core. I tore my mouth away, gasping for air, my gaze locked onto his blown-out pupils. But before I could speak, Liam’s hand wrapped firmly around the back of my neck. He pulled my face to his, crashing his lips against mine with an unhinged, violent intensity. “Mmh…” A dee

