Chapter 37 Thirty-six

• *Flashback*
• "Draeven. . . Please. . . enough already. . . " Avelyn whimpered, her voice quivering as she attempted to crawl away, her body weary yet still aching from his unyielding touch. But before she could escape, his powerful hands pulled her back beneath him, effortlessly trapping her.
• A quiet chuckle emitted from Draeven's chest as he looked down at her, contentment shining in his eyes. Avelyn was beneath him, her heated cheeks and messy hair sprawled across the pillow, a vision that only heightened his longing. He descended, planting soft, lingering kisses along the curve of her neck, moving downwards. Each caress sent shivers through her, his lips leaving possessive impressions on her delicate skin. When he reached her abdomen, he halted briefly before straightening, his piercing gaze fixed on hers.