Cold Dismissal

"Stop crying," Desmond said.

"One tear is enough."

There was a storm of restraint swirling in Desmond's eyes as he leaned in and claimed her lips.

The kiss was intense, a force he'd held back for so long suddenly unleashed, catching her off guard.

She was delicate, unable to resist his strength. Her back bent involuntarily, and just as she was about to fall, his arm wrapped tightly around her wais