"I think they knew that we would end up together when it was time," he whispered, leaning over to brush his mouth against mine in a soft, lingering kiss. His kiss was gentle and seeking. I opened to him, allowing him to claim my lips fully. He wrapped his arms around my lower back, lifting me effortlessly as he moved us toward the counter, his body heat enveloping me.
He stepped back, sliding his eyes over my body slowly with hunger burning in his lucid blue depths, taking in every curve. He flicked his thumb against the button of his jeans, letting them drop to the floor, then stepped out of them, shifting closer to settle between my thighs with deliberate intent.
"If you don't want this, you better stop me now," he growled huskily, his voice thick with restraint.
"Don't stop," I whisp
