And, dang it all, Pollux—” I drop the smile. “—I’ve come to care about you. Of course I’m willing to do whatever it is I can to help.” In a mere moment, Pollux’s face blocks out the scenery. His breath coasts across my lips, and my heart jumps at the sensation. He swears into my open mouth, an inch away from making contact. His forehead touches mine instead as he mutters another curse. “—promise.” Pain ripples in his eyes. “I want you. So badly. But I can’t act against the promise I made. May I claim you? Would you give me permission to claim you?”

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