The morning light spilled into the room in streaks. Seraphina’s lashes fluttered.
Her body stirred beneath the silk sheets, and then….suddenly, her eyes flew open.
She looked at her naked body and her whole body went rigid. ‘No. No, no......what the fuck...’
Her heart pounded violently, slamming against her chest. Her mind screamed in a voice so loud it drowned out the silence.
This wasn't a dream.
Vincenzo was sitting on the couch with his legs stretched across the coffee table, his belt coiled lazily across his lap like a threat he didn't need to explain. A glass of deep red wine balanced in one hand, his fingers swirling the liquid like he was enjoying a show.
He smiled the moment she moved.
“Well, look who’s finally up….the sleeping beauty.” His voice was smooth and calm. “How a
