Owned by a Sinner (Sinners, #2)

by Michelle Heard

“We were meant to cross paths. It feels like you’re the other half of me.” Her features soften, all the worry draining away, then the corner of her mouth lifts. “Are you even attracted to me?” Nodding, I let out a chuckle, then admit, “I’m obsessed with you.” “That doesn’t sound creepy at all,” she teases me. “Sooo… you want to date?” “No, I want you to be mine. In every way. So I can touch and kiss you whenever I want.” There’s a predatory tone to my voice as I add, “So I can fuck you.” “And here I thought you were a romantic,” she chuckles, sounding slightly nervous again. I probably should’ve waited before telling her I want to fuck her. “Never claimed to be one.” My gaze drifts over her face. “I want an answer.” My fingers wrap around the side of her neck. “Are you going to give yourself to me?” Because, fuck, I will take you if I have to. She sucks in a deep breath, then glances down the hallway. “This is happening fast.” Lowering her head, she admits, “I really like you, and I’m not opposed to starting a relationship,” raising her chin, her eyes lift to mine again, “but I just need a little longer before…” she clears her throat, “jumping into bed with you.” Instantly my negotiation skills come out to play. “Okay, but I want you in my bedroom.” She raises an eyebrow at me. “but no intercourse until I say I’m ready.”

Not her actually being reasonable in this convo w/o getting angry 🫢