Chapter 24

Finally forcing herself to step out of his arms, Livia holstered her gun. "I take care of myself just fine. And I don't like cages."

She didn’t even have time to regret how much she’d just given away with that one sentence before everything about the man in front of her changed.

In an instant, Rhye animated expression twisted into something dark and knowing. He bent until they were almost nose to nose, letting her see the shadows behind those beautiful amber eyes.

Voice low, serious, and meant for only her to hear, he murmured, "I'd never cage you, little witch. But, I would keep you. Oh, yes, I’d keep you forever."

Fast as the snake he was named for, Rhye darted forward and flicked just the tip of his tongue over her upper lip. Livia gasped, arousal igniting inside her in a rush that had her thighs slick and her heart racing. Groaning, his eyes went hooded as he rolled her flavor around in his mouth.

"By the Gods, you taste just as good as you smell," he whis