The Sweetest Bribe

Caleb's voice was mellow and gentle, like the breeze blowing across the river.

Valerie seemed to be lost in deep thought hearing his voice. She looked like she was missing something and feeling lonely.

Valerie blinked and didn't dare to look at Caleb.

Valerie said perfunctorily but more sincerely, "This poem was beautifully written. It's a great name."

The poem was really beautiful and the name ma