Chapter 195

Emmeline winced, burying her face in the pillow for a moment before turning to glare at him over her shoulder. “I’m so sore,” she grumbled. “It’s all your fault!”

Zavian’s teasing smirk faltered, replaced by a flicker of guilt.

He reached out to gently stroke her lower back, tracing soothing circles over her skin. “I did my best to control it, baby. You took me so well. You have no idea how proud I am of you, little girl.”

Emmeline’s cheeks flushed at his words, embarrassment and pride bubbling to the surface. “Proud of me for what? Letting you destroy me?” her voice dripped with sarcasm.

Zavian chuckled, leaning down to press a kiss to her shoulder. “For trusting me,” he murmured. “For giving yourself to me like that. But seriously—does it hurt? Is there anything I can do to ease your discomfort?” His ocean eyes searched hers with genuine concern etched into his features.

Emmeline felt her cheek burn. “After years of being the one to get up early and m