“Hey, hey!” Raellyn’s soft laughter spilled into the hallway as she pulled away, keeping just enough distance to tease him. Her retreat made Arnav’s expression crumple in mock disappointment, his dark eyes following her with unspoken hunger. She paused, glancing over her shoulder, and the gentle shake of her head carried a smile that promised she was far from finished with him.
With unhurried steps, she approached again, leaning close enough for her breath to graze his ear. Her voice dropped into a whisper, delicate yet daring.
“Shouldn’t we… do that somewhere more appropriate? Like in bed?”
The effect was instantaneous. The grin that had momentarily faded returned to Arnav’s face, blooming like sunlight breaking over the horizon. He followed her obediently, moving with the quiet intens
