Chapter: 2224

This gentle touch was like tossing a cup of water onto a blazing fire, only managing to quench a fraction of the flames.

Despite her efforts to control herself, Rachel's hand reached up, clasping his neck and pulling herself closer to his coolness.

The short burst of coolness cleared her head a bit.

She knew, however, that it was only a temporary relief.

She managed to lift her eyelids, looking up at Alberto's tense jaw, unable to read his thoughts.