"Elissa," he managed to utter, his voice husky with desire. "You... em... you look stunning."

　　My smile deepened, a mix of playfulness and raw hunger. "I wanted you to see me, Eden," I whispered, my damn voice filled with seduction. "I wanted you to know how much I desire you, not just because of the pain, but because I really want you to be mine forever."

　　I could feel the struggle; he wanted to give in, but something was stopping ...