Sweet Deception

Hearing Dante's sudden suggestion to go abroad, Clara pulled away from his embrace. "Why do you want to go abroad all of a sudden?" she asked.

Dante tried to pull Clara onto his lap, but she was hesitant, considering his injured leg.

"Sit here, he insisted somewhat domineeringly, pulling her into his arms and settling her on his uninjured leg.

Leaning in slightly, he held her close and looked into