Chapter 23

TALIA

I awoke feeling the most relaxed I had in years. The most amazing sensation was fluttering up and down my skin, almost like sparks that both aroused and calmed me simultaneously, compelling me to practically moan from the pleasure floating through my body. And the scent—oh my, something smelled so delightful. I inhaled more deeply, allowing the fragrance to fill my lungs.

As I became more conscious, I realized I was not alone in my bed. No, there was a warm body, and we were wrapped in each other, with his morning wood pressing against my abdomen.

What the fuck?

I quickly pushed him from me, causing him to roll off the bed and fall to the floor with a loud thump. He groaned and shot up, staring at me from where he was seated on the floor.

“What are you doing in my bed?” I shrieked.

He looked around frantically, confusion on his face. I could sense he was panicked. Then realization played across his face, and he said, “This is my bedroom. You’re in my bed!”

“What!” I looked