Chapter 280

“Stop taking my breath away.” Emmeline’s voice came out in a soft, trembling whisper when they finally broke apart.

Her fingers clung tightly to his shirt, anchoring herself to him as if she might lose her footing otherwise.

She barely had time to process the warmth of his breath on her skin before pressing her lips against his again in a sudden, passionate kiss.

Zavian didn’t resist. His hand slid up her back, curling lightly on the nape of her neck as he returned the kiss with a fervor that left her dizzy.

The world outside their embrace seemed to dissolve, leaving only the two of them locked in this moment.

Emmeline gasped for air when Zavian finally released her from his intoxicating yet overwhelming kiss, struggling to regain her breath.

Her lips tingled from the intensity of the kiss, and her head felt light as though she were floating. She gazed up at him through half-lidded eyes, her body still pressed against his.

Zavian’s intense g