Once Rey’s shift was over guarding the borders, he rushed home to freshen up and went looking for Suki, who was picking herbs in the forest to help top up the witches’ resources.
He knelt behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist. “Hey, beautiful,” he murmured in her ear, nuzzling into her neck.
She closed her eyes and hummed, leaning into his warmth, “Hey.” She sniffed, “Is that a new cologne?”
“Do you like it? It’s too strong, isn’t it? I grabbed it accidentally because I was rushing to see you. It was a gift and I—”
Turning to face him, “Relax,” she tittered, “this is a nice scent, but I love your usual scent, probably because I’m so used to it and know that when I smell it, I know you’re close. I know I’m safe.” She placed a hand on his cheek and smiled.
Rey smiled. “Can
