Denzel seems astounded by what I said. As he gazed at me, his eyes grew gloomy. "What did I just hear you say?" I could see he was having difficulty controlling himself. He was struggling to maintain command over Yates.

"Denzel, mark me. Even though I am not prepared to proceed forward, I am prepared for this." I felt a little uneasy. I wanted Denzel to mark me, even though I was not sure what had come over me. He moved closer, planting another kiss on my lips. The kiss was more ...