His lips were touching mine. Hmmm, more, I said with my eyes closed Makarius’s kisses grew deeper, hungry as his hands touching me. A great way to wake up. I wanted him so badly, like a need I never had before. Everything faded. Victoria, he whispered, “We need to take a shower and start the day. No, I said, “I was going to sleep more. I thought you were waiting for the training session, he said My eyes popped open. Really? He chuckled. Okay, one more minute, hold me, " I said as I listened to his heartbeat. "You, girl," the man said, tossing a weapon my way. "Victoria," I snapped. "Stop calling me 'girl.'" "Oh, Victoria," he grinned, "keep that fire for the battle." His gaze shifted past me. Makarius was just a few steps behind. The man visibly swallowed and handed me the

