Kaelen's POV
I couldn't resist drawing her into another kiss.
My arms encircled her waist, pulling her against me. The mate bond sang with satisfaction. With completeness. Everything in my world had finally aligned into perfect harmony.
Lyra's fingers wound through my hair. Her body melted into mine. Gentle, heated and flawless. The background music continued but had become nothing more than distant noise. Only she existed. Only this moment mattered.
I made the kiss deeper. Savored her taste. Allowed myself to sink into the feeling of holding her close. Of understanding she belonged to me just as I belonged to her and nothing could change that truth.
A soft whimper escaped her throat. Longing and submission woven together. The bond blazed with hunger. With feelings so powerful they created an ache in my chest.
Every declaration I had made was genuine. Each syllable. I was in love with her. The knowledge still felt fresh. Vulnerable. But absolutely certain.
