He claimed her mouth with a proprietary fervor, and she yielded to him almost instantly. Gradually, he undressed her and gently guided her onto the bed. One hand traced a path down her back while the other tenderly stroked her pregnant belly. She remained passive, her sole aim being to momentarily escape from everything. His playful fingers and skilled tongue were ideally suited to meet her needs. He placed his large palm on her cheek and brushed his lips against hers. His eyes brimmed with various emotions, but the most dominant one, pure adoration, was her favorite. It amazed her how his intense gaze alone could convey his desire for her. Still fully clothed, he lay beside her on the bed, planting soft kisses on her neck. One hand played with her hair while the other toyed with her n**

