Two nights later we were in our apartment, lying pressed together in our new bed, sharing soft kisses as our heart rates tried to return to normal.

I nuzzled into Mitch's shoulder. "Mmm, I missed that."

"You're not the only one. I've fallen asleep every night thinking about it."

"Really, little old me?"

She pulled me close, nuzzling into my hair. "Yeah, you. The way you smell, what it feels like to touch your skin." Her hands ran down my back and over my backside, making me sigh. "The adorable sounds you make. But mostly just being near you, holding you. I missed it every second." Her long arms let...