CATANIA My eyes widened as the world completely stopped and my mind went blank, paralyzed by the intense heat of his mouth against mine. OH MY F*CK! I tried to press my hands into his chest and push away, but Rafael’s grip only tightened, completely shattering any illusion that I could escape him. His hand slid up from my wrist through the hair at the nape of my neck to hold me in place, while his other arm wrapped securely around my waist, pressing me on his broad chest. A rumble vibrated in his throat as he continued kissing me hungrily. The taste of whiskey invaded my tongue, burning away the last of my resolve. Suddenly, he bit my lower lip, causing me to gasp, and the moment my lips parted, Rafael's tongue invaded my mouth, claiming me with a breathless hunger that complete

