Prejudice and Poise

Declan turned to look at her, his lips not moving at all.

Valerie's face was a little pale. She held her breath and did not even dare to look at Declan.

Declan's eyes darkened. His hands slowly slid from her wrists and clasped her palms, their fingers intertwined. His kiss was elegant and unhurried.

He was nibbling on her carotid artery, making her neck wet and itchy. Valerie uncontrollably shiver