Games (Timeless Series) Read Online Free

nothing more than to comply.
    Unable to control the impulse, he slowly pulled her into his arms and lowered his head . When their mouths finally connected, he savored the feel of such soft and yielding lips, holding him spellbound. Blood pounded through his body. He caught a whiff of her floral scent at the same time she gave a low moan, opening her mouth and placing her hands on his shoulders.
    P ressing his advantage after that small encouragement, he gently nudged her mouth wider. Of its own volition, his tongue invaded and she obeyed its urgent demands.
    Simon never imagined a kiss could s piral out of control so rapidly. He certainly never meant to become lost in her mouth, become lost in a sea of sensation.
    Ye t when he felt Giselle’s tentative touch—her soft hands reaching up, wrapping around his nape, and bringing him closer—his passion ignited. All rational thought emptied from his mind, replaced with thoughts of having her naked and writhing beneath him. Simon desperately wanted more. His tongue laid siege, increasing its assault. His hands found her breasts.
    And still, it wasn’t enough .
    He stroked one breast through the silky material of her gown and she shuddered with obvious pleasure. When his hand brushed her dress off her shoulder, baring one perfectly round breast to the night air and he began stroking it, she stiffened and jerked her mouth away.
    “ Monsieur , you forget yourself.” Wide-eyed, she stared at him while placing a hand over her bare bosom.
    The horror in her voice and her actions registered , and fighting for control, Simon closed his eyes. It took supreme effort to rein in his warring emotions. He couldn’t believe how easily this flirting coquette had caused him to lose his sanity. It angered him now that desire for her still ran at a fevered pace throughout his body. The urge to grab her, subdue her, and have her pliant as she was but a few minutes ago was hard to tamp down and left him even angrier. How was it this bit of fluff could elicit such strong reactions from him?
    Once the battle was won, he gave a mental shake of his head to clear it and opened his eyes . Irritation replaced anger, but it was directed more toward himself than the enticing woman who stood before him with a wounded expression. Her look as she unsuccessfully attempted to straighten her gown annoyed him. Hell, it wasn’t as if she didn’t invite his kiss. He didn’t bother to keep his annoyance out of his voice when he spoke.
    “If you don’t want my attention, then I suggest you cover yourself faster.” He roughly pulled up her dress.
    Giselle’s eyes flashed fire. She slapped at his hand and lowered her gaze. “I am sorry. The situation got ahead of me.”
    His annoyance vanished after watching Giselle assume full responsibility for her actions. Damn, if his admiration of her spirit didn’t climb a notch after witnessing the apology. Suddenly he felt lower than the pebbles beneath her feet.
    “No, Giselle .” Simon sighed, letting out a slow breath. “’Tis I who should apologize.”
    It was just as much his fault the situation got ahead of her, more so in fact . Even though she was an outrageous flirt, she was obviously an innocent one. That piece of information changed the rules of this game. Deflowering young virgins and then leaving them the next day wasn’t his style. He wasn’t about to travel that route, no matter how enticing the girl was.
    “You have no reason to apologize . I was acting like a cad. I’m sorry.” Regret spilled out in his words. Simon kissed the top of her head and grabbed her gloved hand, pulling her slowly along. “We should go inside. It looks as if dinner is about to be served.”
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    Giselle’s heartbeat slowed to normal and she wondered at how easily he had swayed her into that heated kiss. Surely she was playing with fire. Her cheeks still burned from the memory. It was as if no time had passed since their last meeting two years ago, when she had