Anthony’s resistance melted instantly. The formidable, unyielding walls crumbled, replaced by the deep, consuming devotion he reserved solely for her.
His large hands came up, sliding around her waist and pulling her flush against him until there was no space left between them at all. He rested his chin on the top of her head, letting out a long, ragged sigh that carried a mixture of defeat and immense relief.
"I hate it," Anthony murmured into her hair, his voice dropping to a rough, honest whisper. "I hate every second I have to spend away from you during the day, and I hate the thought of any other man making you smile like that when I'm not around."
Jasmine tilted her head back, her dark eyes shining with absolute love. She reached up, framing his sharp jawline with her hands and
