The Clingy Shadow

It was Kael. Maeve rubbed her temples, feeling a bit exasperated. 'Who says ice-cold men can't be clingy?' she wondered.These days, Kael's unexpected cuteness was really giving Maeve a headache.

"Ms. Vance?" the man on the other side asked.

"No need for lining up to welcome me. I'll be right there," she said.

"Great. We'll be waiting for your arrival with the utmost respect." The caller was so exc