Constant Craving [Rapture Island 2] (Siren Publishing Everlasting Classic) Read Online Free PDF

thigh. Knowing that if Gabriel had been on the other side of her, he would have seen everything, Kelsey kept her hand fisted in the silky material, struggling to keep her breathing slow and even.
    “Just keep your end of the bargain.”
    Gabriel smiled, and took her arm. “I always do, Kelsey.”
    Kelsey narrowed her eyes, not trusting the look of anticipation gleaming in his. “Good.”
    Lifting her hand to his lips, he kissed her knuckles, sending that now familiar tingling sensation up her arm. It spread to her nipples, making them bead even tighter, and tingle with the need for his touch. “I always keep my promises, Kelsey—something you’ll learn soon enough.”

Chapter Three
     
    “How did you get to be a Dominant? I mean, what made you decide that that’s what you wanted?”
    Gabriel met her gaze, his eyes dancing. “I never liked boring and was always looking for a thrill. I drove my parents crazy. I was a daredevil who always looked for an adrenaline rush. I think that’s why I got into business for myself. I made money gambling and then took it from there. The same applied to sex. I have a very high sex drive and vanilla just wasn’t enough. I like the challenge of bringing a woman pleasure even when she fights it. To turn pain into pleasure. To turn anger into passion.”
    Pausing, he ran his fingers down her back. “I like a hardheaded, stubborn woman who won’t give in meekly to her pleasure. I like the battle of wills. A strong woman’s submission makes the victory even sweeter.”
    The mental image of trying to resist the pleasure he forced on her sent a warm rush of desire through her, one so intense it gave her a small orgasm. Her steps faltered, and shocked at the brief flare of pleasure, she struggled to hide it.
    She stumbled once, unsurprised that Gabriel caught her immediately. Shaken by the feel of his hands on her arms, and the look of hunger in his eyes, she pushed away. “Thank you. I’m fine.”
    Gabriel released her slowly, his eyes narrowing. “I know how you are, Kelsey. Maybe while we’re here, you’ll have the courage to explore your needs.”
    “There’s nothing to explore. Tell me about the new condos.”
    Inclining his head, he gave her a knowing smile. “We’ll change the subject, if you like, at least until you calm down. We’ll get back to it.”
    Before she knew it, they’d arrived back at the hotel, only to find the lobby silent and empty.
    As they walked across the large expanse of smooth marble, Kelsey frowned and looked around at the opulent surroundings. “I haven’t seen anyone except the staff and Steve and Nick’s security men. Aren’t there any other guests?”
    “No.” With a hot hand at her back, Gabriel led her across the lobby and to the bank of elevators. “We’re the only ones here this week, and visits will be restricted to potential buyers until the condos are finished. They’re training staff for the condo complex here at the hotel, and they don’t want a lot of people running around until everything’s ready.”
    Trailing a finger up her spine, he smiled at her shiver and followed her into the elevator. “That means we’re nearly alone. Security will stay out of sight and will mostly be monitoring to make sure the island has no uninvited guests. Steve asked if we could eat in the dining room occasionally while they’re training the new waiters, but tonight we’ll stay in our room.”
    He met her look with a cool smile, his eyes unreadable. “You look like you need something to calm your nerves. We can sit and have a drink on the balcony.”
    Inwardly cringing that he found her so easy to read, Kelsey nodded and said nothing, wrapping her arms around her waist.
    “That’s fine. I want to take a shower first, though. I feel sticky from the spray of the water, and even though I rinsed my feet, I still feel sandy.”
    “Of course. I think we could both use a shower. Besides, I bought several of those becoming outfits for you in