Chapter 585

• My heart ceases as he gets in bed with me, his blazing eyes fixed on me. His scent consumes me, and I almost cover my nose to keep from smelling his intoxicating scent. We are lying, facing each other. The bed is too big, but somehow, we are close. I can feel his body heat against mine.
• My body involuntarily moves against him, wanting more of his warmth and... maybe love. Nicholas is calm, just staring at me, studying my eyes.
• "You are supposed to sleep on the couch," I whisper finally.