Keira's Pov

Ryder and I lay naked, tangled under the sheets after a long intimate bath that was filled with so many different emotions.

“This time was different,” I commented.

“What was it?” Ryder asked, and I turned to him.

“You were gentle, caring, warm, and more like a lover, rather than the aggressive Ryder I know. I'm talking about making love.”

His eyes looked like they were lost in thoughts for a second, before his gaze shifted back into focus.

“I did all the things ...