Chapter 78. Danger Calls

Rafaella's hand hugged his waist, and laid her head against his shoulder. And she looked up at him.

"Is everything okay?" She inquired, watching the expression dancing on his face. "You looked disturbed..."

Alexus returned her gaze. "You're reading me the wrong way, Babe. Why won't everything be right when I'm with you?"

"Lombardy...?"

He drew an exasperated sigh, hearing that name from her mouth.

"I don't wish to ruin our night, so let's not talk about him. What matters to me right now is celebrating your debut, okay?"

Rafaella had her body pressed against him as he grabbed her chin. He gazed intently into her eyes, bowed, and gave her a slow, sensual kiss. Her insides melted when he placed his warm tongue over hers and kissed her mouth.

When their lips parted, they both exhaled heavily.

Rafaella forced a hard swallow because she could see how his gaze bathed her face and created a longing.

She also desired him. But as she prepared to