Page 144 of Wild Tangled Hearts

As the room fills with the warmth of our love, the world outside fades away, and it's just Damien and me sharing a moment of intense connection. The scars of the past and the fear of the present vanish as our bodies intertwine.

His kisses are a promise of devotion, a pledge to protect and cherish me no matter what challenges may arise. In his arms, I find sanctuary, and the worries that had gripped me earlier are replaced by a sense of security.

Our release is as explosive as our lovemaking. In the aftermath, the room is filled with the soft echoes of our heavy breathing as we lie tangled in each other's arms, our bodies glistening with the sheen of passion.

Damien's fingers trace lazy patterns along my skin, soothing and reassuring, while I run my fingertips through his damp hair, relishing the intimacy of the moment.

As we lay together, our bodies entwined, Damien's whispered words of love fill the room. "I'll never leave you again, Bella. I promise to always protect you with everything I am.”

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Chapter67

Damien

BUBBLES AND WINE

The soft glow of candles dances on the tiled walls, casting flickering shadows. Steam rises from the bath, and the scent of lavender fills the air, making me anticipate the luxurious soak ahead.

I slip out of my robe, the plush fabric pooling around my feet. With a contented sigh, I lower myself into the warm, inviting water.

“This feels amazing,” I say with a grateful moan as the jets caress my muscles.

Damien chuckles at the door. “I thought those sounds were only for me.”

“You have a way of making everything feel amazing," I reply, my voice laced with playful affection. “Even baths.”

He sits on the edge of the tub, his fingers tracing the line of my neck and shoulder. “You know what would be even more amazing?”

“If you joined me in here,” I say, smiling up at him.

“Well, that too,” he says, starting to undress.

The way his muscles bunch and coil with every movement has me licking my lips.

He slowly lowers himself into the bath and pulls me to him so I’m straddling his waist. “I was thinking that we could spend the summer here when school is out. The place is pretty much finished but could use some artistic flare.” He grins, tucking my hair behind my ear.

“I would love that.” Placing my hands on his jaw, I kiss him softly.

“There’s a small shed by the lake; I could fix it up, put in some windows to let the light in. I think it would make a perfect place for you to paint.”

“Okay, now you’re just trying to seduce me,” I say, chuckling against his lips.

He laughs. “Is it working?”

I move against him, feeling his cock hardening and straining against my belly. “Mmm hmm.”

His palm cups my breast, his thumb flicking against the hard bud, and I whimper.

“Anything you want, beautiful, I’ll find a way to give it to you.”

“Just you,” I say, my fingers tangling in his hair as I lift myself so his engorged head is pressed against my entrance. “I just want you, Damien.”

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