Scarred (Never After, #2)

by Emily McIntire

“I’d like to draw you,” I rephrase, moving in closer, my fingers dancing across her skin. “Just like this, with your face kissing the stars… I think it’s the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen.”

“I’m going to kiss you now,” I tell her. “Why?” she whispers.

“Because, ma petite menteuse, the thought of not kissing you makes me want to die.”

“The truth is, I am yours. Wholly. Inexplicably. Painfully. Unconditionally.” He moves my hand until the dagger presses against his throat. “And if you need to sacrifice my soul so you’re able to live with yours, then do it.”