Chapter 60

But that feeling of pride…it was a step away from ownership. No dominant had pride in a sub he wasn’t attached to, determined to make his. For years, he’d felt a distant respect for women he’d mastered who pushed past their boundaries to submit. Like a teacher to a pupil, he’d praised their progress, punished their setbacks, all while assuring them of their abilities.

With Morgan…it felt deeper, more personal. As if he had to help her. As if he had some personal stake in her blooming sexuality.

As if she’s mine. The feeling confirmed everything inside him. This wasn’t a phase, or the heat of the moment. He wanted her. Period.

“Jack.”

Morgan’s shaky voice pushed into his consciousness, bringing him back. She shivered, and this time not from desire. Damn, it was cold out here. And yet, she’d endured. No, she’d excelled, outshining anything he’d imagined her capable of in that moment.

He wrapped his arms around her, doing his best to shelter her from the wind. “T