Chapter 172

Kyra's POV That kiss didn't stop. It began with tears and relief, then grew deeper, more urgent with each passing second. Heat bloomed in my chest as years of suppressed love and desire finally broke free like a dam giving way. Nathan pulled me closer until I nearly melted into his embrace. Outside, the rain provided a perfect soundtrack to our reunion, drowning out everything else in the world. We no longer needed words. The air around us grew thick with intimacy. My hand found its way between us, caressing him through his pants. I could feel him growing harder beneath my touch. Breaking from his hold, I tugged his pants and underwear down in one swift motion, releasing his fully erect length as it sprang free before my eyes. "What are you doing?" Nathan looked down at me, his voice dropping to a husky whisper. "I think you know exactly what I'm doing." I wrapped my fingers around his shaft and began stroking him rhythmically, my fingertips teasing the sensitive ridge and tip. I could