Calculated Tears

Kael lay flat on the bed, letting Maeve rest against his chest. Her face inched closer and closer, and just as her lips were about to meet his, Kael pushed her away firmly.

Unfazed, Maeve clung to him like a stubborn koala, wrapping her arms and legs around him. She refused to let go.

"Let go," Kael commanded coldly. But instead of obeying, her shoulders began to tremble.

Frowning, Kael tried to p