Showl

  Nerezza held a smile on her face until the door clicked closed then her eyes turned coldly on him.

  “Hello.” She hissed out. He hadn’t realized how bad it had been until she’d mentioned it. He’d never been this flustered around someone. He didn’t know how to handle being near her and wanting her in every way he could think. He couldn’t help wanted to beg her to stay and not leave. He would if she’d let him sign a Union contract tomorrow the other Guardian’s be damned.

  He liked her. He wanted her. Those two things never faulter in fact they were over whelming consistent but his confidence was like ice that was melting away. He stepped forward standing with her in his space.

  His feelings were so obvious to him but she said she’d try, she adored his sons but he had no idea how she felt for him. If she was affected by him.

  He kissed the side of her face. She didn’t turn away.

  “I need you to tell me if you want me.” He breathed finally getting the words out. Nerezza pulled back blinking looking up into his face. She looked puzzled. Then she let out a breath and threaded her fingers into his hair.

  This tale has been unlawfully lifted from Royal Road. If you spot it on Amazon, please report it.

  “I didn’t realize I didn’t say it.” She breathed apologetically. “I do want you.” She assured him. Showl let out a relieved breath. She tightened her fingers in his hair a bit. “But you avoiding me without telling me why is an issue for me.” She told him.

  “I’m sorry about that. Every time you come near it get’s harder to keep my thoughts straight.” He admitted feeling flustered again. He bent forward to kiss her then swore when a message line appeared. He snatched it then looked at her. She kissed him lingering before pulling back before leaving him where he stood alone.

  “Damn.” He hissed again and open the letter.

  The Guardian’s wanted them to come in a week. Great. Then he notice another tidbit. Beasts on the southern boarder were becoming harder and harder to handle.

  He’d have to talk to Nerezza about the trip that way. It wasn’t long until he had a swarm of information about the beasts in the south. He and Housh worked on answering and managing concern and interests well into the night. It was looking more and more like he’d need to go to the southern border which wasn’t ideal with just a consideration and his heir being a child.

  He only started preparing for bed when it was almost morning. The knock at his door sent a wave of concern through him. He wasn’t expecting Nerezza but he welcomed the image of her after so planning. She was in a night dress and barely acknowledging him she headed for his bed she settled under the covers.

  He stood mystified. He waved a hand and shadows extinguished the lights. He followed her into the bed and pulled her into his arms.

  “Unless you tell me otherwise, I think I’ll start sleeping in here with you.” She informed him. Showl felt a wave of pleasure run through him and he comfortably fell asleep with her in his arms.