Page 74 of Passions Ignite

“I know it sounds a bit rushed, but I’m certain I want no one else, Zoey. I want you.”

“Yes,” she said softly. “I’d love that.”

Relief flooded through Lux, and she couldn’t help but smile back, a genuine, unguarded smile. “Good,” she said, her voice a little stronger now. “That’s good.”

Zoey leaned in for a kiss, her eyes never leaving Lux’s.

Lux melted into the kiss, letting go of the fear that had held her back for so long. There was no room for doubt or anything except the overwhelming sense of rightness that filled her. She caressed Zoey’s face with her fingers.

The kiss deepened, becoming more urgent. Zoey’s hands slid around Lux’s waist, pulling her closer, their bodies pressing together.

Lux’s fingers tangled in Zoey’s hair, and she could feel the heat of Zoey’s body against her own. Her scent was intoxicating, a blend of something floral and earthy. Lux’s heart raced as she became more aware of every sensation.

“I love you,” Lux whispered against Zoey’s lips, her voice trembling.

“I love you too,” Zoey replied, her breath warm against Lux’s skin. “So much.”

Their lips met again, more forcefully this time, with a desperation that spoke of all their shared feelings.

Lux’s hands roamed Zoey’s back, feeling her muscles tense and relax beneath her fingertips. Zoey’s hands moved in slow, deliberate circles on Lux’s sides, tracing the curve of her body. Lux could feel the heat of Zoey’s touch radiating through her clothes.

“I want you,” Lux murmured between kisses. “Badly.”

“Me too,” Zoey said, her voice a low murmur. “I didn’t know how much I needed you until you were here.”

The kisses became more fervent, their lips moving together with an urgent and perfect rhythm. Zoey’s hands slid under Lux’s shirt, touching the bare skin of her back.

Lux shivered, her breathing becoming more erratic. She reached up, tugging Zoey’s shirt over her head, tossing it aside.

Zoey also responded by pulling off Lux’s shirt, and they continued to kiss, their bodies pressed together. The sensation of skin against skin was electrifying.

It was different this time. They were both clean, uninjured. Zoey’s hair was silky and smelled like honey.

Lux’s hands explored the curves of Zoey’s body, each touch drawing a gasp or a moan from both of them. They broke the kiss only to gasp for air before resuming, their lips meeting with equal enthusiasm.

“Tell me you love me,” Lux said, her voice filled with need.

Zoey chuckled, stilling somewhat and holding Lux closer. “I love you.” Her hands trailed Lux’s sides. “I love you so much.”

“I love you too,” Lux said, her voice choked with emotion. “More than I thought possible.”

Zoey’s kisses traveled from Lux’s lips to her neck, leaving a trail of warmth that made Lux’s entire body react.

Lux tilted her head back, giving Zoey better access. She could feel Zoey’s lips brushing against her collarbone, each touch sending a shiver down her spine.

Zoey’s hands moved to Lux’s pants, deftly undoing the button and zipper. Lux’s heart pounded as she felt Zoey’s touch against her skin, and she shivered with anticipation.

She reached for Zoey’s pants, her hands trembling slightly as she worked.

Once they were both undressed, they continued to explore each other’s bodies, their hands and lips moving with a sense of urgency and longing.

Lux felt a profound connection with Zoey, their bodies moving in sync as they expressed their love through touch and kisses.

“I’ve never felt this close to anyone,” Lux said.

“Neither have I. You mean everything to me.”

Lux was on top and she pushed with her right hand between Zoey’s legs.

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