Chapter 24

Alexei's hand tightened on her hip, his breath harsh over her cheek.  

"Come for me."  

The second the words left him, Keira's body shattered, her legs locking tight around his waist as her climax ripped through her. Her scream muffled in his shoulder as she clutched at him like he was the only thing stopping her from flying apart. The muscles of her core spasmed around him, pulling him deeper inside her.  

"Fuck—" Alexei's control broke with hers. His thrusts grew rougher, desperate, until he pulled out at the last second, his release painting her stomach in hot ropes as he let out a guttural groan. His head dropped forward, jaw clenched tight, body shaking above hers.  

Keira lay there trembling, still catching her breath when she felt his mouth press hard and possessive against her temple. He didn't collapse, didn't let her breathe long enough to drift, already scooping her up with strong arms.  

"Alexei—" h