-Everly- It shocked me when Calliope kissed me first. She wasn’t usually the one to make the first move, but tonight she surprised me in more ways than one. I felt truly blessed to have her as my mate. Despite the challenges she faced, she possessed an inner strength that left me in awe. When she kissed me... damn! I was on the verge of sweeping her off her feet right then and there. I yearned to explore every inch of her body, but I understood she needed to feel in control. She had already given me so much tonight, so I allowed her to guide the kiss. Her mouth and tongue roamed freely, finding the perfect balance between giving and taking, sending my heart racing. I gripped the back of her chair so tightly that it creaked under my grasp, struggling to maintain my composure as she drove

