"Ares, listen to me, now!" I giggled, watching him pull the blanket over his head. I enjoyed seeing him in such a frustrated state, my laughter echoing in the room. "Ares!!!" He groaned as I jumped on top of him, determined to get his attention. "See, you can't even..." My voice trailed off as he grabbed my hands and flipped me effortlessly, pinning my wrists above my head. "Can't even what, Val?" His eyes locked onto mine, and I felt my insides melt. His intense gaze was doing crazy things to me, turning my resolve to water. Why does he have such an effect on me??!! I cleared my throat and looked away, trying to regain my composure. "Nothing, just let me go, okay?" My voice came out smaller than intended. My whole body felt hot, like I was suffocating under his weight and presence. Damn h
