Chapter-20

The dinner went smoothly—and intensely. Our gaze locked now and then, a wave of lust passing through. We both needed each other. And when the delicious pasta and grilled veggies filled my belly, I couldn’t help but ask him for a dance. He did not refuse yet he was the one who swept me off my feet and we stood near the table swaying to a soft violin playing in the distance.

While moving to the rhythm of the music, I glanced upward and once again noticed how much smaller I was compared to him. The force of his muscular body against mine was striking. Despite wearing two-inch heels, I still barely reached his chin, and his broad palm covered most of my lower back. His hips aligned with my midsection, and I could feel his arousal pressed against my stomach. Sensing his proximity and evident attraction, my nipples became erect in response. Silvio was being far more patient with me nowadays. Not that I minded.

Gazing up at him, anticipation coated my parched lips, causing my heart to race