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He felt a rush of warmth flood his chest as he lowered the gown, inching it down slowly, savoring each moment as it cascaded over her curves. When he reached her waist, he paused, his eyes locked onto hers, filled with both desire and tenderness. “Will you lift your hips for me?” he murmured, his voice low and husky, heavy with longing.