Herbert reached out and took me into his arms. His chin rested on top of my head, preventing me from seeing the emotions in his handsome eyes.
"Kylia," he murmured, "Promise me that wherever you go, you won't get too close to other guys…" His voice was not demanding; it sounded more like a plea.
I thought of the moon outside and understood. Tomorrow, I would be leaving his side for the first time since we started dating. The moon must have stirred something deep within him… As I thought about it, drowsiness washed over me, and I fell asleep in Herbert's arms.
*****
The next morning, Herbert surprisingly didn't change into his suit. When I finished washing up and went downstairs, I found him still in his loungewear. "Herbert, why aren't you dressed yet? Aren’t you worried about being la
