Angel Academy

Chapter Eight

My hands snake up into his hair and his slide down to my hips. I suck in a sharp breath when his fingers slip up under the hem of my shirt and send a warm tingling across my skin.

His lips taste of mint and he smells like pine and I can't get enough of it. I part my lips with a shaky breath when I feel his tongue pressing against my mouth.

I let out a breathy moan as his tongue swirls with mine. He suddenly stiffens and I pull away.

"What is it?" I ask right before I hear the door click open.

"Ana! Is Daniel back yet?" Diana's voice calls.

"Yeah," I yell back, glancing at Daniel with a sheepish grin. He smiles back before walking into the other room.

"Damn, part of me was hoping they killed you."

Daniel frowns. "I'm a little insulted that you think that's even possible," he grumbles, making me laugh.

Diana suddenly narrows her eyes and glances between us. I freeze under her scrutinizing gaze.

"What were you two doing before I got here?" She asks, turning to Daniel who just shrugs with a smirk.

"Where is the food you said you were going to get?" I ask, changing the subject. 

She rolls her eyes and lifts up a bag. "Right here."

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I put my arms behind my head and stare upwards. My gaze rakes over the treetops, searching for any sign of movement.

A gust of air hits me and a grin lights up my face. Daniel walks over as I leap up to throw my arms around his neck. A small hum escapes my lips at the feeling of his hands on my bare waist.

"I really like this place now," he says and I look around the clearing with a smile.

"Yeah, it's pretty great," I sigh. I look back at him and my breath catches in my throat. His stormy blue eyes bore down into mine, full of emotions I can't name.

He leans down and presses his lips to mine. My hands slide to his neck where my fingers run through his hair. His grip on my hips is almost punishing, pulling me closer to him so that every inch of his body is pressed against mine.

I feel desire burn deep in my core and bite down gently on his lip. I hear a sudden growl and the next thing I know, his hands are on my butt and lifting me up. I let out a small moan as I wrap my legs around his waist. His hands snake up under my shirt, pulling me even closer to him.

I pull away to catch my breath but he keeps going, kissing along my jaw. He makes his way down and starts sucking on the spot between my neck and my shoulder.

My breathing is heavy and I feel tingles spread all over my body. I tilt my head to give him more access to my neck and let my hands roam over his body. My fingers find their way to the hem of his shirt and I tug.

He pauses his assault on my neck to let me pull off his shirt. His perfectly bronzed abs make me suck in a sharp breath. He gives me an expectant look and I pull my shirt over my head. He smirks, staring directly at my full chest and toned stomach.

"You are so fucking gorgeous," he mutters before kissing me hard on the mouth.

One arm curls tightly around my hips while his other is on my back, pulling me impossibly closer to his solid body. My chest is pushed up against his so that my breasts are spilling out of my bra.