Elara's POV
“Who do you—” I started to say, but the words never finished.
Thorne's lips crashed down on mine.
My eyes went wide with shock. He wasn’t joking. The second I opened my mouth, he kissed me like he’d been waiting to do it for days. His hand stayed on my chin, firm but not rough, tilting my head just right. For a heartbeat, I froze completely. Then something in me melted.
I tried to curse him, to push him away, but my body betrayed me. My n*****s hardened against the thin hospital gown, and a rush of warmth spread between my legs. The new bond flared between us, hot and alive, making every touch feel electric. His kiss was strangely gentle…almost careful like he was afraid of breaking me.
What the hell is happening? My mind screamed. Why was he suddenly so protective? He use
