Lie

It was like we had to be quiet, had to whisper so the spell didn’t lift, so we didn’t pop the bubble that kept us in this private world where it was just me and him. What did he mean there was only so much he could do? He was so close, yet he felt so far away. My heart yearned for him, and when my fingers brushed against his neck, I couldn’t help myself. I leaned into him and pressed my lips where my fingers had just been.

“Princess…” he warned. I pulled back. Tear blurred my vision and slid down my cheeks when I closed my eyes.

“I just…” I trailed off.

Want to be close to you.

Goddess, I’m pathetic.

His large hand gripped the back of my neck, and I was yanked forward. My eyes opened, and I stared up at him as he lowered himself. His lips brushed against my temple and then something wet slid up my cheek. His breathing became haggard, and when he stared down at me, it was like he was undressing me and staring into the depths of my soul.

“I—”

I closed the distance between us and presse