My mind was a swirl of pleasure and lust. I automatically stood from my seat and Leo’s hands found their way to my waist. He took a step closer, not breaking our contact, and pushed the cake out of the way before lifting me up onto the island. My hands slid up through his hair and he situated himself between my dangling legs.

The passion I was feeling was unlike anything I had ever experienced in any other relationship—it was intense and electric, and nothing seemed more ...