Chapter 37

Adira

I blame it on the wine. There's no other explaination for me willingly allowing this man's tongue to invade my mouth and fight for possession with my own. After a few minutes I pulled away to catch my breath, glad that he was still holding on to me. Chances were I would have fallen over if not supported by his strong arms.

I stared up at him breathlessly, and he returned that with a look that spoke of secrets whispered in the dark. The lust in his eyes had shivers running up my spine. This was not why we came out to dinner. it was supposed to be a friendly thing - just getting to know each other and moving past prejudices. I certainly felt like I knew him better though, and he definately knew part of me better.

I blinked rapidly before looking away and gently pushing myself out from his arms. Valentine was a no go. Not only was I seeing Sebastian - oh god poor Sebastian- but I knew Valentine was a playboy and he was Gio's son. I would never want to jepardize mine o