Once they reached her door Alexei took her in his arms, the heat of his mouth against hers making her forget where they were. His hands framed her face, thumbs stroking her cheeks as he pressed her against the doorframe. The kiss deepened, his tongue teasing hers as she melted against him, fingers clutching his lapels.

"I'll be back in less than thirty minutes," he murmured against her lips, voice rough with promise.

"Hurry," she whispers, her fingers trailing down his chest before moving to ...