Chapter 101. Body and Soul

Xerina’s POV

His grip tightened, a possessive hold that left no room for escape. His hands roamed, claiming every inch of me, pulling me closer until there was no space left between us.

“Mine,” he growled against my lips, the word a raw declaration that sent shivers down my spine. His mouth was on me then, urgent, demanding, his lips molding against mine with a hunger that bordered on desperation.

My breath hitched as his tongue teased the seam of my lips, coaxing them open, plunging inside with a fierce intensity. He tasted like fire and sin, consuming me, leaving me burning for more.

His hands slid under my shirt, fingertips grazing the bare skin beneath. A gasp escaped me as he found the sensitive spot just below my ribs, his touch igniting a heat that pooled low in my belly.

“Say it,” he whispered, his voice thick with need. “Say you’re mine.”

“I’m yours,” I breathed, the words tumbling out, barely a whisper, but they were enough. They