472 PLAYING WITH FIRE

"What?" Hope's eyes widened in surprised.

"Did he kiss you?" Kace leaned closer. His eyes narrowed dangerously at her.

"No." Hope blurted out without having a chance to think straight. She shook her head as her heart started beating very fast. "I mean…"

"Good." Kace pulled away and grinned, his easy- going nature returned. "It wouldn't be good for him." He smirked devilishly.

"You can't hurt him." Hope glared at him, but her blushing face couldn't hide what she felt about this.

"I will not." Kace shook his head. "I will win you over. I have told you before, once I returned, I will never leave you again."

Sometimes, it was very good to hear when a man showed his feelings without any restrictions. A little bit possessiveness along with Kace's gentle voice was enough to make Hope bite down her lower lip to prevent herself from smiling.