Damien's expression softened as he watched the girl's small, indignant pout. His little wildcat had just cursed, yet he didn't find it vulgar at all. On the contrary, he found this side of Aurora Sterling exceptionally cute.
The tips of their noses brushed lightly against each other, leaving almost no space between their faces. They could feel each other's warm breath on their skin.
Aurora Sterling's face instantly flushed as red as the fiery clouds at sunset. This man's eyes seemed to hold a magical power. The moment she met his gaze, she was drawn in, finding it impossible to pull away.
After a brief daze, Aurora Sterling's body trembled slightly. Just as she was about to pull back, the man across from her, quick as a flash, cupped the back of her head.
The next second, Damien Valerius's soft, thin lips easily covered hers.
At that moment, it was as if Aurora Sterling had been struck by lightning. A tingling sensation instantly spread through her entire body.
