Chapter 104. To Be Cleaned

Althea was trembling everywhere, her body clenching around him, desperate for release yet helpless against the force of his rhythm.

“Althea…” he murmured, his voice rough and low, sending another shiver down her spine. “Tell me, are you close because I’m losing it and it’s maddening… It feels wonderful to be inside you like this. Warm and tight…”

She gasped, her body trembling with the intensity building inside her. Every movement, every press of his hands against her, pulled her closer to the edge again, leaving her breathless and overwhelmed.

By the time she cried out his name, she felt herself shudder with release, collapsing slightly into his arms, her heart racing from the overwhelming heat between them. Gavriel held her steady, as their shared tension slowly eased.

Still trembling, she straightened slightly, only to find herself leaning back against his chest as he wrapped his arms around her from behind. His hold was firm, almost possessive, and his lip