Darling? Clarissa was surprised by the call. It was not that she felt praised. She didn't think Michael had ever called her that.
"Why are you just silent?" Michael waited for Clarissa's response.
"Ah... nothing. Let go of me. Don't make things complicated, Michael. You always put me in danger."
"No, I didn't. I've always been around you, haven't I? I've always taken care of you, Darling."
"Stop calling me Darling. It's disgusting!"
"Why? We're going to be a married couple. We should get used to calling each other more sweetly."
Michael's face was right in front of Clarissa. This really made her nervous. The hatred was slowly giving way to an inexplicable feeling. Clarissa enjoyed being with Michael but didn't want to admit what she was feeling right now.
"Michael, please. I want to
