I brush a strand of hair from her face, my thumb lingering against her cheek. "You’re still you. And I mean that in the best way. Even if you've cleaned up your rebellious image."

She leans into my touch, her laughter giving way to something deeper, something that shifts the air between us. My hand slides to her waist, pulling her closer, and for a moment, there’s nothing else—just her, here, with me.

She tilts her head slightly. Her mouth parts and the look in her eyes is enough to undo me. I lean in slowly, and she closes the distance between us. Her lips brush against mine in a kiss that starts soft, hesitant, and then deepens. The heat between us builds like a slow burn.

Her hands slide up my chest. Her touch is tentative at first, but when my arms wrap around her and pull her closer, she meltsinto me. The kiss grows hungrier, more urgent, until my body weight pushes her back onto the bed and presses on top of her.

Her robe parts slightly, and the feel of her bare skin under my hands sends a jolt straight through me.

"Sienna," I whisper again, my lips trailing down her jaw to her neck, tasting the faintest hint of lavender on her skin. She arches against me as I slide my boxers down.

Her breath hitches, and my hands claim every inch of her like I’m trying to memorize her all over again.

She gasps softly as my fingers find her opening.

I trail kisses down Sienna's body, savoring the softness of her skin against my lips. The faint scent of her lotion mingles with her natural warmth as I make my way lower. My hands caress her thighs, gently parting them as I settle between her legs.

"God, I've been wanting to taste you like this," I murmur against her inner thigh.

Sienna lets out a soft gasp as I place open-mouthed kisses along her sensitive skin. Her fingers thread through my hair, urging me closer to where she wants me most. I take my time, teasing her with light touches and fleeting caresses.

When I finally run my tongue along her folds, Sienna arches off the bed with a moan. The taste of her floods my senses, familiar yet intoxicating. I explore her thoroughly, relearning every dip and curve. My hands grip her hips, holding her steady as I focus on her clit.

"Callum," she breathes, her voice husky with need.

I look up to meet her gaze, taking in the flush spreading across her chest and the way her lips part with each panting breath. The sight of her like this—completely open and trusting—makes me want her even more.

"You're so beautiful," I tell her before diving back in.

I alternate between broad strokes of my tongue and focused attention on her clit, gauging her reactions. When I slip two fingers inside her, curling them just right, Sienna cries out. Her walls clench around my fingers as I set a steady rhythm.

"Just like that," Sienna gasps, her hips rocking to meet my movements. "Don't stop. Oh, God, yes."

I have no intention of stopping. I'm addicted to the way she responds to me, chasing her pleasure with a single-minded focus. My free hand roams her body, caressing her breasts and teasing her nipples.

Sienna's breathing grows more ragged as I increase the pace. I can feel how close she is, her thighs trembling on either side of my head. I redouble my efforts, sucking her clit as my fingers thrust deeper.

"Callum, I’m—" she breaks off with a strangled moan as her orgasm crashes over her.

I work her through it, easing off gradually as the aftershocks fade. When I finally pull away, Sienna tugs me up for a deep, messy kiss. I can taste her on my tongue as she explores my mouth hungrily.

"I love seeing you like this," I murmur against her lips. "Completely undone. Trusting me with everything."

Sienna's eyes shine with emotion as she cups my face. "I do trust you," she whispers. "With my body and my heart."

The weight of her words settles over me, filling me with a warmth that goes beyond physical desire. I kiss her again, pouring all my feelings into the contact. As much as I want her—and god, do I want her—this moment of connection feels infinitely precious.

TWENTY-FIVE

Sienna

Our hearts may break, but love remains

Wednesday, March 26

Electric Lady Studios

2:01 PM