Chapter 164:Intimate Morning

(Scarlett's POV) I pressed my lips together, wincing at the sore spot Roman’s endless kisses had left. “They’re chapped,” I complained, slouching against the headboard of the massive bed we now shared. My arms were crossed over my chest as I shot him a glare, which he seemed entirely unmoved by. He leaned casually against the doorframe, his ice-blue eyes piercing into me with a mix of amusement and feigned innocence. “Chapped lips?” he repeated with a mock-serious tone. “I’ll be gentler next time.” Next time. I snorted at that. “Do you hear yourself?” I asked, raising an eyebrow. “You already look like you’re planning more.” He smirked, stepping closer. “Do you have any complaints, little wolf?” “Many,” I quipped, scooting just enough to avoid his intimidating proximity. The scent of cedarwood followed him, and my traitorous heart sped up. “Starting with the fact that you’re already confident there’ll be a next time.” Roman reached out with one hand, catching me gently by the ch