Chapter 76

Gradually, the noise became distant and disappeared. Seemed like the people had already gone far. Realizing his hands was still on her, he released his grip instantly. He braced his hands on either side of her shoulders, palms pressing against the rocky surface. He fought to keep his hands on the wall, concentrating on the cold, hard and rough texture beneath his palms, rather than thinking about skimming them over the warm, soft, and smooth body clinging tight to his. He reminded himself that he had given his word to Selene.

"Tell me what this is all about."

He broke the silence.

She blinked.

"Here?"

"You said it cannot wait."

"Yes... I mean, can we get out of here?"

She resisted an urge to writhe against the irritatingly warm, delicious pressure that mashed her body to the wall.

"We must not be seen."

The cold note in his voice pricked her. And the f