Nadia’s POV: 

 

Kane hovered above me, his golden eyes burning as they searched my face. The weight of his gaze made my pulse hammer.

Heat wrapped around me like a blanket. I closed my eyes, anticipating the crash of his lips against mine.

My breath hitched as he leaned closer. I could feel the blistering heat of his skin and the raw power thrumming within his veins.

My fingers curled into the bedsheets, bracing myself to let go. I had to admit—none of my defenses ever really worked in front of him. Every time.

I had to admit, too, that when I was weighing my reasons to stay just now,...