Chapter 4

At first, Layla tried to resist, but his kiss made her legs go weak, and she could barely stay upright without his arm wrapped firmly around her waist.

Her hands, which had been pushing against his chest, gradually lost their strength and ended up gripping his shirt tightly.

She had no idea how much time had passed. Just as Layla thought she might suffocate, Elijah finally released her. As he pulled away, he gave her lower lip a teasing nibble, leaving a faint sting and a lingering tingle.

Layla slumped against him, gasping for air, her eyes hazy, cheeks flushed,…