Chapter 181

He lifted his head, eyes dark with intent. "Let's find out." Before she could protest, he captured both her wrists in one hand, raising them above her head. The silk tie slid cool against her heated skin as he wound it around her wrists, binding them to the headboard with practiced efficiency. "That isn't going to stop my screams." He leaned down to whisper in her ear, his breath hot against her neck. "No, this is to make sure I don't end up with any more nail marks in my back." Keira's face flushed crimson, remembering how she'd clawed at him earlier, desperate for purchase as he drove her to the edge. "Bastard." "I will make sure no one hears your screams." His voice dropped to a rumble that vibrated through her chest. He traced his fingers down her arms, watching goosebumps rise in their wake. Her breathing quickened as his touch ghosted over her collarbone, down to the swell of her breasts. He cupped one in his palm, thumb brushing over the peaked nipple until she arched beneath hi