He pulled free of my mouth, panting as I looked up at him. He didn't utter a word as he stared down at me. His eyes had dimmed a bit. It wasn't as golden as it was when he stepped into the room with me. Though it hadn't returned to the normal blue, it seemed his anger had abated a little.

“Turn around,” he growled, startling me from my thoughts and pulling my gaze back at him.

I didn't hesitate to move around until I was on my knees at the end of the bed. I was already giddy, knowing ...