Chapter 1191

From his throat, to his collarbone, to his chest. Finally, they landed on his firm abdomen.

She traced the ridges lightly, her movements arrogant and completely provocative, as if she were claiming total ownership of him.

With every shift of her fingers, his breathing visibly roughened, his muscles tightening further.

Serena peered up at him through her lashes, her flushed, intoxicated gaze enough to steal anyone’s soul. She just smiled at him, watching his body react to her touch.

Suddenly, she lifted her head and bit down hard on his pale collarbone, leaving a distinct, highly suggestive red mark.

Nicholas’s breathing became terrifyingly heavy. The emotion in his eyes was ready to spill over, the corners of his eyes flushed a seductive red. He squeezed his eyes shut, his composure completely shattered.

He brushed a thumb over the spot she had just bitten, then leaned closer to her. “You bit too lightly,” he murmured, his raspy voice laced with a mesmerizing allure. “Serena, you can be… even rougher p>

His low, tempting tone was a mix of indulgence and pure seduction.

Serena’s thick lashes fluttered, a faint smile rippling through her gorgeous eyes. Suddenly, she exerted a burst of strength and pinned him down on the bed.

Her cascade of long hair spilled over him. She smirked, her fingers giving his firm abs a sharp pinch. “Being rougher with you… isn’t that just rewarding you? Nicholas, do you want me to reward you p>

Her nails periodically traced the rigid lines of his stomach, her hot breath fanning across his face. Her lips

hovered over his, seemingly about to back just before

land, but pul

contact, leaving him suspended in

sweet t

torment.

Lying there, Nicholas’s eyes were practically liquid, shining brightly and reflecting only her.

“Serena he rasped, staring at her with burning intensity. His eyes were red- rimmed and glassy, looking dangerously bewitching.

Watching him, Serena let out a low laugh. Her fingertips slid from his abs back up to his throat, slowly tracing circles.

Suddenly, Nicholas caught her teasing wrist, pulling her tightly into his embrace.

Resting against his chest, listening to his thunderous heartbeat, Serena smiled. “What? Can’t handle it p>

He rested his chin on her head, his chest heaving, yet his tone was full of restraint. “Serena, you cried today p>

She stiffened slightly, tilting her head up to look at him.

He brushed his fingers over her eyes, then her cheek. “Your eyes are a little red. You hid it well, but I know… you cried because of your grandmother. I’ve always been completely serious about you. And because I’m serious, I won’t take

advantage of you when you’

you when you’re

umerable. I know you’re upset today. I don’t want anything to

happen between us when you’re just trying to numb yourself with alcohol. Being with you is the most beautiful thing I could ever imagine. And the most beautiful thing should happen when everything is perfect, when you’re truly happy. You deserve the best p>

Serena’s eyelashes fluttered. She hadn’t expected this man to be so incredibly perceptive.