Scarlett

“Are you ready?” he asked, strong arms pulling me against the solid warmth of his chest.

“Yes,” I sighed, a small moan escaping as Finn pressed his lips to the sensitive spot where my neck met my shoulder. Desire flickered through me, hot and insistent. “Not now, honey. We have important things to do.”

“I know," he murmured, his breath hot against my skin. “Everything can wait until we are back. Tonight, I will claim what is mine.” The husky promise in his voice sent electricity racing down my spine.

For one breathless moment, I considered surrendering to him—letting passion consume the darkness inside me. But the intoxicating vision...