When I release him, Grim is watching me. “I knew it was your birthday too,” he blurts. A burst of laughter erupts from me. “If you want a kiss, all you have to do is ask.” I set my hands on my hips and wait. “I want a kiss.” Calix raises his hand and responds quickly. Grim pushes his way in front of me before I can step over to Calix. Grim scowls at the other man then turns his attention to me. “May I have a kiss, please?” Grim’s voice is pitched low as he crowds into my space. He licks his bottom lip and waits. He has the patience of a saint.
