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“You’re bleeding!”

I was startled and quickly looked down at my bare thigh.

A thin red line marred the pale skin where the delicate flesh had split open. A bead of blood slowly welled up in a vivid color that contrasted against my fair complexion.

"Oh," I breathed, surprised. "That's an old wound that I thought had healed. I didn't notice it had opened up again!"

I leaned forward instinctively, my loose locks of hair tumbling over my shoulders and framing my face like a curtain.

The scent of my shampoo intensified, mingling with the car's leather interior and his masculine cologne.

It was an intoxicating combination that made my head swim slightly.

I was about to reach down and touch the wound when his large hand shot out, firmly but gently grabbing my wrist to stop me.

His smooth skin was warm against mine, and the contact sent a jolt of electricity through me yet again.

My toes curled and moist pulled between my legs.

Oh lord..! Take me, already!

"Don't touch it," he commanded in hi
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