Our only source of illumination was the bathroom light. I sat up and Bram held my waist. I kneeled on the bed and glanced at his lower leg cast. Then I looked at Bram with worry. He nodded and pulled me so I could sit on his lap.

I held his gaze then I straddled him. Bram removed my red silk dress and placed it on the right side of the bed. He lowered his head and kissed me. I heard him growl when I opened my mouth then he immediately played with my tongue. I traveled my hand to his sides and pulled up his shirt. He cupped my...