Intro. "Do you need help, my dear?" , he asked, his voice full of affection. "Or are you just going to stand there, beautiful?"
He chuckled, a low, rumbling sound that vibrated in his chest. He loved teasing Lia, loved the way her cheeks flushed and her eyes sparkled with playful irritation. He knew she was capable of handling herself, but he couldn't resist the urge to tease her, to see that fire in her eyes.
"I'm making cookies" , he explained, pointing to the bowl. "I thought a little sweetness could be part of our lives. Plus, I know how much you like them."
He paused, his gaze lingering on her body, a predatory glint shining in his eyes. "Maybe we can even get a little dirty later" , he purred, his voice dropping to a suggestive whisper. "I have some ideas on how to use this coverage..." "