Page 52 of Paws and Claws

The tension in her body coiled tighter and tighter until it snapped. She cried out, convulsing beneath him as waves of ecstasy washed over her. Her wild magic surged in response, sending a shower of purple sparks across the couch. Dominic’s hands held her thighs firmly as she came down, and she could feel the rumble of his low growl against her sensitive skin.

When she finally opened her eyes, still breathless, he was watching her with a look that was equal parts satisfaction and heat. “You’re so incredible,” he murmured, his voice rough with desire.

Tabitha smirked, her fingers brushing through his hair. “You’re pretty amazing yourself.” Her voice was teasing, but her heart was still racing.

Dominic stood up, his eyes dark with desire. Tabitha smiled, her blue eyes glinting with mischief as she reached for his belt. Her fingers fumbled with the buckle for a moment before she managed to unbuckle it. She tugged at his pants, letting them slide down his hips to reveal his hard length. Her breath caught in her throat, and she bit her lip, more than pleasantly surprised.

“Well, Sheriff,” she teased, her voice dripping with amusement. “Looks like you’ve been hiding quite the surprise under that uniform.”

Dominic growled low in his throat, his green eyes smoldering. “Do you like what you see?”

Tabitha nodded and laughed, a light, melodic sound that filled the room. “You have no idea.” She stood up, pushing him back down onto the leather couch. He didn’t resist, though his eyes never left hers. The alpha in him was unmistakable, and it only fueled her desire.

She straddled his lap, her hands resting on his broad shoulders. She could feel the heat radiating from his body, and her wild magic sparked in response, leaving faint purple trails where her fingers touched his skin. Slowly, she lowered herself onto him, her breath hitching as she took him inch by inch.

Dominic’s hands gripped her hips, his fingers digging into her flesh as she sank onto him. His breathing grew more ragged, and he let out a low growl, his lion shifter instincts clearly taking over. Tabitha let out a breathy laugh, her body adjusting to his size.

“You good, Sheriff?” she teased, her voice trembling slightly as she began to move, grinding her hips against him.

“Better than good,” he growled, his voice rough with desire. His hands moved up her sides, tracing the curves of her bodybefore settling on her breasts. He squeezed gently, sending a shiver of pleasure through her.

Tabitha soon threw her head back, a moan escaping her lips as she rocked against him. She could feel every inch of him inside her, filling her in the most delicious way. Her wild magic surged, sending sparks of purple light dancing around them. She wrapped her arms around his neck, her nails lightly scratching at his skin.

“You feel amazing,” she whispered, her voice breathless.

Dominic’s hips thrust up to meet her movements, his pace growing more desperate and fiercer. His hunger was evident, and it only fueled her own desire. His hands moved down to her hips, guiding her movements, urging her to go faster.

“You’re driving me insane,” he growled, his voice thick with need.

Tabitha laughed, the sound both sweet and teasing. “Good. I like seeing you lose control, Sheriff.”

Her teasing only seemed to spur him on, his thrusts becoming more demanding and quicker. The intensity of it soon shattered her, and she cried out, her body convulsing with pleasure as her orgasm washed over her. Her wild magic spiked, sending a burst of purple light that lit up the room.

He then buried himself deep inside her, his own release quickly following hers with a powerful intensity. He spilled his seed into her, his growl echoing in the room as he held her close. His breath was ragged as he came down from the high.

Tabitha rested her forehead against his, her breathing just as ragged. She could feel his heart pounding against her chest, and she couldn’t help but smile. “Wow,” she whispered, her voice trembling with both laughter and satisfaction. “That was... something else.”

Dominic chuckled, low and deep, his hands still gripping her hips. “You’re something else,” he murmured, his green eyes locking on hers.

She laughed again, a light, carefree sound that filled the room. “And I thought you were just a stick in the mud.”

He growled playfully, nipping at her bottom lip. “You bring out the wild in me.”

Tabitha grinned, her blue eyes sparkling. Tabitha's legs trembled as she lifted herself off Dominic, her wild magic still sparking purple trails in the air. His strong hands steadied her hips, helping her move. The leather couch creaked beneath them as he stood, pulling her close against his chest. His eyes locked onto hers with an intensity that made her pulse quicken.

"That was the most magical moment of my life," he murmured, his voice rough with emotion. His fingers traced her jaw before he leaned in, capturing her lips in a tender kiss.

Her heart soared – she'd felt it too, that indescribable connection that went beyond just physical pleasure. She had never felt that way with anyone else.

He suddenly scooped her up in his arms, and she let out a surprised laugh as he carried her down the hallway.

His bedroom was surprisingly cozy, with dark wood furniture and soft gray bedding. He laid her down gently on the bed, following her down and pulling her close. His warmth enveloped her as she curled into his side, her head resting on his chest where she could hear his steady heartbeat.

As sleep began to pull at her consciousness, she realized she'd never felt so safe as she did right now in his arms.

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