Declan opened the door and entered the room just in time to hear his remark. He chuckled and said, “You guys sure are lovey-dovey.”

Deirdre lowered her head in embarrassment and fiddled with the blanket. Kyran asked, “How can I help you?”

“I had something to go over with you initially, but I would like you to teach me now how to keep a straight face when you make such a sick, flirtatious remark?” Declan muttered, “Do you feel less shame because you’re using the phone to convey the message?”

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