The air in the grand master suite grew heavy and thick as Lucian held Clara’s wrists against the soft silk pillows. His dark eyes burned down into hers with a fierce, possessive hunger that made her pulse race wildly. Every wall he had built around his cold CEO heart seemed to crack right down the middle, letting all his deep, hidden feelings rush to the surface. He was no longer just the powerful boss of the city. He was a man utterly captivated by the brave, beautiful woman beneath him.

"You push me further than anyone ever has, Clara," Lucian whispered, his deep voice thick with raw emotion and desire....