Under Pressure [IAD Agency] (Siren Publishing Classic)

something had clicked inside him, stating that she belonged here. Shaking off the unfamiliar feeling, he forced himself to focus on why he had brought her here. He took her glass from her hand, placing it on a low table with his own. He noticed the deep scar running between the thumb and forefinger of her right hand, silently noting to ask her about it later, not wanting anything to break the mood for what he had planned.
    “I like space, but I do believe you and I will fit quite nicely.”
    She turned to watched him, eyes clouded with uncertainty. Bella’s tongue slipped out in a nervous gesture to wet her bottom lip, and his attention was captivated by her lips. Jason felt his body clench in reaction to the sight of that little pink tip, and he felt his blood heat.
    Christ, she is lovely.
    He moved closer to her, hands reaching out to rest gently on her hips to draw her to him. Her scent was intoxicating, a light sensual mix of spiced vanilla and something he couldn’t quite place, making him want to taste her all over. Her rosy lips parted slightly, exotic amber eyes widening as he griped her chin to lift her head up higher.
    Jason’s mouth covered hers, and she slipped into the mindless pleasure of his touch. Wanting more of the taste of him, she rose onto her toes and pressed her lips more firmly against his. Unthinking, she angled her head trying to get closer and ran her tongue along his bottom lip.
    His control seemed to snap, and suddenly she was hauled up off her feet against the front of his hard body. She gasped, and his tongue took that opportunity to plunge deep into the haven of her mouth. He was holding her tight, so tight against his body that she could feel the hard ridge of his desire through the fabric of his pants, thick and hot against her stomach.
    Bella felt lost in the haze of desire, but also felt the sting of hesitation in her mind. It had been so long since she had felt a man’s touch. On top of that, Jason made her feel more than she could ever remember feeling before. The instant arousal she felt at his slightest touch, the sound of his voice made her wary and left her off balance.
    Could she do this?
    The doubt left her struggling for control of her emotions, deprived of oxygen as his mouth continued to work its magic on hers. He was large, so strong, so unbelievably huge against her, it would be impossible to fight him. That thought sent unwanted panic careening through her, forcing her to pull back.
    Stumbling slightly, she pulled out of his embrace.
    Bella’s heart slammed against her chest as she gasped in air. Power and lust emanated off of him in waves, and her breath caught at the intensity of the expression on his face. Trembling, she turned away and all but ran out of the room. Pressing her hand to her chest, she sought the open space of the living room, hurrying to the windows to look out as she struggled to catch her breath.
    Bella focused on restraining the escalating panic forcing its way to the surface. He silently stalked in behind her, but she saw his reflection through the glass. His expression was hard, like the glass, eyes flashing silver in the light, boring into hers, making it impossible to look away. Embarrassed she held up her hand. “I…I’m sorry. I…just need a moment.”
    “Are you all right?” His voice was clipped, harsh as he fought for control. She could hear the impatience in his tone but relaxed slightly as she saw the concern shimmering in his eyes.
    “Yes.” She dragged a hand through her hair. “I just…this is fast. I wanted this, want this…I want you, but—”
    Jason’s nostrils flared slightly as he stalked forward, his front to her back. “I’m not gonna back off after you tell me that. If you dinna want me, I would leave you be. But you do want me, and I can see you’re aroused. Fuck, I can see your nipples are hard as little rocks under that silk.” He reached around, cupping his hand against her.
    She shivered.
    His laugh, a rough, low sound, caressed her neck as he leaned down to her. “You like that don’t you?”
    He took a deep breath, inhaling her scent in as he rubbed his body slowly against her back. She could feel the heat of his body radiate against her, strangely comforting and making her edgy with need.
    “I want you, Bella. I want you in every way. I want to strip you down, with you standing naked before me. I want to look at you, your legs, your belly, your breasts, and your beautiful face. I want to see