Darelle looked at her. No one had ever said such things to her and she did feel intense relief from them. Never before had she considered such a point of view. She nodded and looked at Gareth and Kane. Heat shot through her body.
“Gareth and Kane will never force you to do anything you don’t wish them to do. They are sworn to protect and love you. Give them the chance to prove this. You touch them first, chérie,” Colette instructed in a gentle voice. “In any way you wish. They will not touch you in return until you give your permission. Does that help?”
Darelle nodded, her gaze remaining fixed on the two naked men in front of her. Steam from the bathwater curled up around them, leaving a shimmering mist on their olive skin. She hesitated, seeing their restraint and felt emboldened. Her e
