He crushed his mouth to hers and jerked her away, forcing her to tilt her head back.

Lily gasped under the effect of this furtive kiss which was like a warning of what awaited her.

Eyes filled with a piercing desire, he removed his palm from his chin and took her to lead her in a quieter corner. Her lips were totally anesthetized by his kiss, and although it was short, she had felt the requirement, the intensity.

Lily trotted following him and when they were settled, she tried to decipher an emotion on his face but as usual, the man kept everything to himself remaining imperturbable. Furious, Lily dug...