Kai lay beside Elara in bed one morning, his arm wrapped possessively around her waist. After a long night of intense s*x, he was quiet for a moment before speaking. “I don’t like your friends coming over here much,” he said suddenly. “Especially Mia…” He wanted to tell her about her constant visit to the house but he changed his mind. “Mia talks too much and I don’t want them at the penthouse anymore.” Elara turned to look at him, surprised. “Why? They’re my best friends. They’ve known me forever and when you’re not around, they come to keep me company.” Kai’s grip on her tightened slightly. “I just don’t like it. This is our space. I don’t want outsiders here all the time.” He didn’t explain further. Elara wanted to argue, but the look in his eyes stopped her. She nodded quietly. E

