Sweet Promises and Bitter Secrets

“Never again, I won't do it again,” Killian murmured, pressing his other hand over the one she still cupped against his face, nuzzling his cheek into her palm as if seeking warmth. “Sloanie, I'll behave—I'll do exactly as you say.”

The rasp of his whisper fell like a honeyed confession.

Sloane's body went rigid; the man before her suddenly felt like an oversized pup begging for affection.

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