-----Elaine----
Reaching for a marshmallow, I stabbed it onto a stick and tried to act as if I wasn’t bothered by Kave’s nearness. With a little maneuvering, I shifted away, putting just the slightest distance between us. It wasn’t much, but enough to give me a small sense of control again. I let out a slow, steady breath, relief seeping into me as the tension in my chest loosened. That tiny gap made me feel safer, as though I could think clearly again without being swallowed whole by the overwhelming heat of him.
I focused all my attention on my marshmallow. It was easier to do that than to acknowledge how aware I was of him. Turning the stick slowly, I watched the sugary skin bubble and brown. The fire crackled softly, little sparks flying into the air, and I leaned closer, careful not
