DAPHNE The heat, the passion, the fleeting tenderness, I was the only one who felt all of it. To Ezekiel, it meant nothing. Just a distraction. A tactic. I let out a shaky breath and slide off the desk, the weight of shame sinking into my bones. He's already at the door, not looking back. Not slowing down just like always. When we step out of the Mayor's office, we're immediately met with a cluster of eyes, and not just any eyes. The Mayor himself and several well-dressed human dignitaries are gathered outside, all staring at us with an awkward, knowing look. Their expressions are an irritating mix of amusement and curiosity. "I was starting to wonder where you two disappeared to." The Mayor says with a chuckle, his voice loud enough for everyone to hear. "Turns out you were in my offi

