He took a moment to calm down.

His nose brushed against mine as he leaned in. When he stopped and gazed down at me once more, I grinned up at him and exhaled contentedly at the gentleness of his movements.

He smiled and added, "That was a hell of a wake-up call."

I mumbled. "I strive to satisfy."

He blew a raspberry on my neck to protest. I giggled and made an effort to shoo him away.

"You're not getting away from me so easily."

I was quite aware of that tone, and if I didn't stop this, he would soon be primed for round two. I shook my head,...