You,” she murmured, using both hands to undo his belt, “are the sexiest man I have ever met.” He made her think bad thoughts simply by breathing.

As an example of wealth, good taste, and subtle intimidation, it took first prize.

You trying to make me crazy?” “Everyone needs a hobby.

Eternity would mean nothing without you. For no power on this earth would I trade my Elena.

I think Illium can take care of himself.” “Not if he keeps flirting with you.” A fine, almost elegant tendril of heat, champagne and sunshine, decadence in the light. “Raphael’s not the sharing kind.

He leaned down until his lips brushed her ear. “I told you to stop flinching.” And then he bit her. A slow, painless nip but there were definitely teeth involved.

We fit, you and I,” he whispered looking into that haunting gaze. “Two broken pieces making a whole.