The wind picked up, and snow fell heavier by the time he drove into her apartment complex. She reluctantly let him release her hand so they could get out. A thin blanket of snow covered the sidewalk, not yet enough to crunch under her feet. Donovan wrapped an arm around her and pulled her close to him, blocking her from the wind’s direct path.
“Please don’t go out tonight if this keeps up.” His eyes met hers as they stood outside her apartment door. “It’s too dangerous.”
“I won’t. I love passing them out, but it’s not worth risking an accident.”
“Good.” His voice dropped an octave, and he brushed his knuckles against her hair. “I’d hate to lose you when I’ve just found you.”
Her breath caught in her throat. “Me, too.”
“I don’t want to leave, but the weather’s going downhill quick.” His palm flattened against her cheek.
“Another minute won’t hurt.” She moved her head closer and offered a breathless invitation for him to kiss her.
“No, it won’t,” came his hoarse reply as he lowered his head and met her lips.
