That explained why Xavier had been so exceptionally kind!
Amid the dizzying kisses, Yasmine pieced it together.
She felt like a ripe peach being devoured, each kiss releasing more sweetness, intoxicating both of them.
"No, wait, Xavier!" she exclaimed during a brief moment for breath, even boldly using his first name.
"Hmm? You're not calling me Mr. Quinlan anymore?" Xavier responded. His voice was so low and amused as he released her.
"It's just... This is all happening so fast. You understand? I don't even get it myself!" Yasmine moved toward the car door, signaling for a pause, as she finally remembered there was an important issue between them. "I'm grateful for your rescuing me from those thugs and for the gone and dealing with the Yates sisters. But you didn't even know me befor
