Fluttering his long eyelashes, he approached her from behind, placing his hands gently on her waist. He watched her shiver at his touch.

Her derrière had a captivating quality that could drive anyone wild. However, he was resolute in keeping his control, knowing that he had to be gentle, as it had been a long time since he'd had a woman in his bed.

He could hear the rapid thumping of her heart, which added to his nervousness. This was the first time he would see his mate completely naked in front of him, and it filled his mind with a myriad of emotions and thoughts.

He hesitated to proceed,...