Gilded Shackles

Beatrix caught the hurt look in Gareth's eyes out of the corner of her eye. She made a face and mumbled under her breath, "Guys and girls have boundaries. Even if we're siblings, it's still kinda awkward."

Gareth smiled softly. "That's on me. I was so caught up worrying about your injury, I totally forgot about something this important."

Beatrix just looked away, her voice quiet. "Gareth, if you'r