He expected Tegan to avoid his gaze, but she didn’t. Instead, she met his eyes and reached out to gently caress his handsome face. Her voice was soft and tender.

“Isn’t it natural for me to care about you? Or do you not need my care?”

“Why wouldn’t I need it?” Lorian's voice grew even more raspy. Without wasting any time, he gently pressed her head down and kissed Tegan tenderly.

As they kissed, Lorian chatted with her about Lola and the dinner menu. In the end, his contented laughter fille