The Darkest Temptation

He dropped me on his bed and straddled my hips. “You shouldn’t have heard any of that.”

I knew he was speaking about what Nadia had told me.

I swallowed. “Because I’m too weak to handle it?”

He shackled my wrists above my head. “Because you’re so sweet you fucking glow.” His eyes darkened. “And I’ll kill anyone who tries to take that light from you.”

“Don’t kill Nadia.”

“That’s still open for debate, but right now . . .” His lips ran up my throat. “Ty mne nuzhna.” I need you.

The deep rasp brushed my skin, burned my heart, and made the decision for me. I arched my neck to allow him more access, giving him what he needed even knowing he would be the one to destroy me.

Ronan grabbed me by the waist and pulled me off my feet.

I panted, chest heaving.

Gianna hid a laugh.

“Uh-oh,” Kat murmured. “Mila is in trouble.”