JULIAN’S POV
“Julian” she whispered as she clung to me, the look in her doe-shaped eyes almost sending me over the edge.
I tried not to look at her as I helped her out of the tub, my hands lingering on her waist for just a second before I took a step back. These were dangerous waters, and if I wasn't careful, it was going to pull me under.
“Hold still, I’m going to lift you now.”
“I’m fine, I can—” Her protest was cut off as I scooped her up, her wet and warm skin pressed to my shirt, soaking me through.
“You’re not fine,” I said evenly, though my jaw was tight and I could feel the beginning of an erection straining against my pants.
“You’re… ruining your shirt,” she whispered, her cheeks turning red as I stared into her eyes. I knew her chattering was more to distract herself fr
