Claws vs Tears

Clara

Gael grinned, slow and wicked, like he knew exactly what effect he had on me. “So, you think I’m handsome and triple-x rated?” he drawled. “I’m happy to know that, sweetheart. I’d be even happier if you used my sexy personality for yourself. In fact”—his tone dropped lower— “I’m completely at your disposal. You know that, right?”

My cheeks heated instantly. “That’s not what I meant,” I blurt