Beyond the Gates

Nadia

He finished his plate a lot faster than I could but I achieved that feat only because I would be embarrassed to see him stare at my plate every five seconds.

“Done?” He asked and I nodded.

Breakfast had ended, but my stomach hadn't gotten the memo, growling audibly enough that I was fairly sure Torin heard it from across the table.

"Want another plate of salad?" he asked, not looking up from