Graham's POV

The board meeting was over, and the room was empty. However, I remained sitting at the end of the lengthy table, with a clouded mind and a heavy heart. Meeting Selene in the elevator had aroused a feeling within me that I could no longer neglect. I sensed the tug, the inevitable bond between us, despite my attempts to avoid it. The tension we felt wasn't only emotional, it was also physical.

I shut my eyes, leaning back in my seat, attempting to calm my breath. Her embrace, the feel of her tiny fingers clinging to my shirt, and the aroma of her hair overwhelming me - it...