Ian stopped and turned, surprised to find Alek right behind him. Without thinking, he fisted his hands in Alek’s shirt and pinned him against the wall. The faintest flicker of fear flared in Alek’s eyes and disappeared so quickly, Ian wasn’t sure if he’d imagined it. Ian brought his mouth so close to Alek’s neck that he could have bitten him if he wanted to. Alek lifted his chin, baring his neck, challenging him. Goosebumps lit up all over Ian’s body like flash bulbs exploding. He could almost smell the ozone. His mouth watered. He wanted to kiss him. But he wouldn’t lose control. As fast as
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