"Are you ready?” I heard Eric say.
I was seated at the vanity, finishing up the final touches of my makeup. My hands were slightly shaking, but I kept my voice steady. “Yes,” I answered him. I carefully arranged a few items into my clutch, clicking it shut. I stood up to smooth the wrinkles on my dress, but before I could move away, I felt his presence behind me.
I felt his hands wrap firmly around my waist before his head rested on my shoulder. The heat radiating from him was overwhelming.
“You look exquisite, my sweet,” he said, pressing a lingering kiss on my exposed collarbone. “It has been so long since we had s*x,” he whispered into my ear. I let out a shudder, but it wasn’t one of desire. He nipped at my earlobe, his grip tightening. “It has been so long since I felt your tightne
