“Lilia.” I reached out and tucked a wayward strand of silver hair behind her ear, my fingers gently brushing her skin. She shivered and looked back at me. The flush had crept down her neck. “Come here.” Her eyes darted back and forth between mine. “I am here.” “Come closer, so I can kiss you.” Her lips parted as a shudder went through her. I slid my fingers through her silken hair, gently tugged her to me, and then captured her mouth with mine.

