Shattered Illusions

My heart gave a little jolt. 'Ugh, Declan's not someone you can easily play mind games with. I should've known that by now,' I thought.

"So, you don't like me being so driven and motivated?" I raised an eyebrow, showing a bit of attitude.

After a few seconds, Declan replied in a husky voice, "I actually do. You're still young. It's only right you have this much energy."

"So, what did you really th