Hattie had been about to reassure Delphina that they didn't have to use the bed right away, not if she didn't feel ready, but the kiss blew all that straight out of her head.
Her fingers caught at Delphina's shoulders again, both for nearness and support, as she was pulled in closer, possessive arms around her waist almost as wonderful as the tingling in her lips as they were claimed more fully than ever before. She gave a little gasp, and returned the kiss eagerly, one hand straying up to the side of Delphina's head as she explored new angles.