The fluorescent lights of Victoria's Secret cast a rosy glow over the sea of lace and satin. Emily's fingers trailed over silky fabrics as she and Sophia navigated the racks, their eyes scanning for the perfect piece. "What about this one?" Sophia held up a crimson teddy with strategically placed cutouts. Emily wrinkled her nose. "Too... porn star. I want sexy, not 'available for hire'." Sophia cackled, replacing the hanger. "Fair enough. Ooh, what about this?" She brandished an emerald green babydoll that shimmered under the lights. Emily's eyes lit up. "Now we're talking. That would look amazing with my skin tone." As Emily held the garment up to her chest, her mind wandered. What would Lucas think? Would his eyes darken with that predatory gleam she'd come to crave? The thought se

