Cooking

Let me know which stars you prefer. The ones above you, or the ones I make you see.

-H.D. Carlton

Sloane Kingston

My heart raced as Christian's fingers deftly chopped vegetables on the kitchen island. Who knew he could do so much with his fingers? I tried to shake my head, banishing memories of our time in bed. As if he knew what I was thinking, he smirked at me, and my blush deepened.

The rhythmic thud of the knife against the wooden board echoed through the room, a counterpoint to the sizzle of garlic in the pan. The scent of sautéed onions and herbs filled the air, intoxicating and heady.

Christian's broad shoulders flexed as he moved. His dark hair was slightly tousled, and a bead of sweat trailed down the side of his neck. I couldn't tear my gaze away. Christian was a masterpiece—a dangerous one, like a priceless painting hanging in a dimly lit gallery.