CHAPTER 10: Emily

“I was hoping tonight would never end” Damian says, reaching for my hands. “I had promised Robert that I’d have you back in the hotel by midnight, and I’m a man of my word”

“I don’t want it to end either” I reply meaning it, as tears sting my eyes. Letting go of my hands, Damian runs his fingertips tenderly over my hair before tucking some strands behind my ear. His eyes are locked with mine, and there’s something about the way he looks at me that makes my pulse quicken.

“I’m captivated by you, Emily, I don’t know what it is but I am”

Before I have a chance to reply, his lips are on mine. Sliding his hands around my waist, he pulls my body flush with his. This kiss is so much more than the peck he gave me at the park, and when I open my mouth slightly, he deepens it. My arms slide around his neck, holding on tightly as my legs threaten to give out. I’ve never been kissed like this before, but I just follow his lead in the hope I can pull it off.

Besides, I’ve watched en