“Think of it like you’re leavin’ a trail of crumbs. Small, delicious Joellen crumbs. A little bit here, a little bit there, just enough to heighten his hunger but never enough to satisfy it.”
I go back to the table and sit, starting to feel dejected. “This is all very complicated.”
“It’s the easiest thing in the world, darlin’. It’s called seduction, and it’s a game where everyone wins.” After a moment, he adds, “What was that wistful sigh for?”
“Everything would be so much easier if it could just be like it is with us.”
Cam is silent for a while. He finishes his beer, then says roughly, “You mean if you could just be friends.”
I’m not sure what I mean, because I’ve surprised myself with that statement. It was unplanned, but I have to admit it’s true. I don’t have to think when I’m wi
