“Kat.” “Hm?” Slowly, so as not to scare her, Silas pulled her to him, wrapping his arms around her shoulders and pressing her into his chest. Tightening his hold, he ducked to lean his cheek to the top of her head. “I missed you,” he whispered. “We all did.” The tension in her body ebbed as she allowed herself to be held. “I missed you too,” she breathed. “Thank you for—” “Shhh,” he cut her off. “Don’t ever thank me for doing right by you.” Squeezing her again, he let her go, smoothing her hair back and smiling warmly. “Enjoy your day,” he said. “Thank you for your time.” Nodding, she blinked
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