Chapter 43

• Rafaella stretched, and a small smile graced her lips. She turned her head to the side, looking at a still-sleeping Dominic. He was on his stomach, his head resting on the top half of the pillow, with his arms around the bottom half.
• He didn’t look as formidable when he slept, and she moved to the bathroom quietly. She took a quick shower, sighing softly as she thought back to the events of the previous night. She’d had a sudden flashback, and he’d pulled her out without even knowing.
• She’d been afraid too, not just of his touch but that he would realize she wasn’t a virgin and question her about it. He’d been gentle and caring, something she hadn’t expected. She’d been worried about what he’d want to do to her, but now she felt relaxed.