“Go and get those condoms,” she said, “before this goes any further.”

He didn’t have to be told twice. He rolled out of bed and headed for the ensuite where his shaving kit was and grabbed the unopened box. He didn’t know why he had thrown them in there, the force of habit maybe, but he was definitely glad now.

He stepped out into the bedroom and paused. Emma was spread out on the bed like a feast. Her skin glowed warmly in the dim light, a stark contrast to the white ...