Chapter 10

Bastian

Her uncertainty was precious. "But a moment of pain-a lifetime of ecstasy."

She looked around the field. "Will you take me here?"

"I leave the choice to you. Here, or in ten minutes, a bed."

Her smile grew and I would swear it blocked the sun. She was my sun... bright, beautiful, mine.

"Here, dragon."

"My name is Bastian."

"Here, Bastian. I fear this, let us get it over with."

I walked forward and cupped her face, my thumb running across her chin. Soft... calling to me. I stepped closer so only inches separated us. Lowering my hand, I used both to lift her gown over her head. She was bare beneath.

"So beautiful." Each curve was soft and delicate.

Desperation showed in her eyes. "Hurry, Bastian, please."

I would not give in until she was ready. "No, my sweet. Your first time is better slow. Did you like your finger?" I loved the red flush that traveled over her breasts, up her throat, blossoming on her cheeks.

I would never forget her look of need. "No... it wasn't you."

I turn