Elliot's kiss slowly pulled me out of sleep. My eyelids fluttered before my eyes finally opened, only to find his face dangerously close to mine. The heat in his gaze instantly made my pulse quicken. One more second and it felt like he would completely lose control.
A smile tugged at my lips despite myself. "Do you still consider yourself a gentleman after taking advantage of someone while they're asleep?"
I tried to roll away from him and sit up, but Elliot's arm immediately wrapped around my waist with pure Alpha dominance, trapping me effortlessly against the bed.
"You're running away after scolding me?" he asked, his voice low and rough near my ear.
"You kissed me first. Why can't I scold you?" I shot back, lifting my chin stubbornly. My wolf could already feel his aura tightening around me, but instead of fear, it only made my heartbeat more chaotic.
