Hidden Tenderness

Gareth smiled soundlessly, picturing the way she'd puff up in annoyance.

"Sorry, I did let him ramble a bit too long today. I'll keep an eye on the time next time."

He coaxed her patiently, but before they could exchange more than a couple of lines, there was a knock on the door.

Gareth opened his eyes, a flash of irritation flickering across them.

He called for the person to come in and asked wha