The Heated Kiss

"What?"

She stared at him in shock for a moment or two before her gaze shifted to the stone once again. The flashback of the pain she felt when she first touched the stone filled her mind, causing a cold shiver to run down her spine.

"Here, let me help you."

Lucian suddenly offered as if he sensed her fear. Standing up from his seat, he came to stand next to her.

She too stood up and joined him as he signaled her to pick up the stone. Taking in a deep breath, she reached out for the wooden box while he placed his hand over her wrist, surrounding her hand with his powers.

She felt so safe in the cocoon of his magic. Knowing that he was right there with her, she finally picked up the stone in her palm and turned to face him.

He let go of her wrist and moved his hand below hers, cupping the back of her hand with his palm.

"Can you sense the stone's power?" He asked.