Music filled the air, and Kaya stood next to Emily while Cam and Dean stood opposite their partners.
And as they slowly taught Emily the movements, Cam treasured every time their hands touched, every time Emily grinned at him, and every time she laughed at missing a step.
By the end, she seemed a wee bit freer. As if she was less afraid of making mistakes or completely guarding herself from others.
As much as Cam enjoyed the rest of the evening of dancing, eating, and laughing with his family and others inside the clan, he looked forward to when he could be alone with Emily at home.
Because while he might not be able to kiss her on the mouth just yet, he planned to give her his full attention in other ways.
Provided she was okay with it. He could be patient, but more than anything, Cam hoped she would share a little more of herself with him.
Chapter Ten
By the time the gathering died down, Emily was simultaneously exhausted and full of energy.
Being around so many people drained her. And yet, she’d had more fun than she’d had in ages. Between dancing and teasing and eating more than she should, the hours had flown by.
And now, after saying goodbye to Cam’s parents and the new people she’d met tonight, her dragonman took her hand and tugged her toward their home.
Her dragonman.It was still strange to think about him like that. How different her life had shifted in a week.
Not that she regretted it. So far, at least. Cam had always known when she needed some help, or if she were about to ask a question. He didn’t dominate her, but supported her.
And she rather liked it.
As they walked away from the covered gathering area, neither of them said anything. Then Emily couldn’t help but blurt, “I had fun tonight.”
He smiled at her, his pupils flashing the whole time. “Me, too. And you dance far better than you let on.”
“I don’t know about that. I guess I didn’t crash into people, like Roman.”
Cam snorted. “How that male is so uncoordinated, I have no idea. But it’s only in his human form. His dragon is quite agile.”
“Maybe I should ask to see his dragon.” Cam narrowed his eyes, and she laughed. “Okay, not yet. I want to see yours again a few more times before then.” She squeezed his hand in hers. “Although I loved watching the students fly. Is there a way I can watch the younger ones, too?”
“Aye, of course. As long as you scratch my dragon’s ears before I conduct the class.”
She tapped her chin. “Hmm, let me think.” He tickled her side, and Emily laughed. “Okay, okay, I’ll do it.”
Cam tugged her behind a large rock and pulled her front against his. “I know we’re nearly home, but I need to do this now.”
Lowering his head, Cam nuzzled her neck before kissing her skin. The light flutter of his lips against her sent a rush of heat throughout her body. “That’s not fair.”
He leaned back to meet her gaze. “What isn’t?”
“I’m not tall enough to reach your neck, and it’s not like I can kiss your chest with all those clothes on.”
His pupils flashed rapidly between slitted and round. His voice was husky as he said, “Did you want to, lass? Kiss my chest?”
Emily’s heart beat rapidly. She’d never been good at flirting, let alone saying what she wanted with a man before, given her scant, awful experiences.
And yet, as Cam gazed down at her, she didn’t want to hesitate or hold back. “Yes.”
He growled, scooped her up into his arms, and dashed toward their cottage.
After wrapping her arms around his neck, she laughed. “Someone’s in a hurry.”
“I’ve been dreaming for days about you touching me, Emily. So aye, I’m desperate to make it true.”
