The morning light filtered through the heavy curtains, casting golden stripes across Kael's chest. Elaine watched him sleep, his face peaceful in a way it never was when awake. His hand still rested possessively on her hip, even in unconsciousness, claiming her as his.
She carefully extracted herself from his grip, wincing at the pleasant ache between her thighs. Last night had been... intense. Possessive. Consuming. Everything with Kael always was.
The sapphire dress lay in tatters on the floor, a reminder of his jealous fury. She picked up a piece of the expensive silk, the fabric soft against her fingers. He'd destroyed it without a second thought, just as he destroyed everything that stood between him and what he wanted.
She needed air. Space to think.
Slipping from the bed, she wr
