She moved her hand to Malini’s jaw. Urged her chin up with a light nudge of her fingers. Malini moved easily with her. Their eyes met. If Priya had thought seeing Malini’s face would give her answers—well. Malini had always been good at hiding what she felt. But there was a tenderness in her eyes, her expression so gentle it made Priya’s heart hurt. “What do you need from me?” Priya asked. “If you’re going to be foolish—how can I help you?” “Foolish,” Malini repeated. “Of course you’re being foolish,” said Priya. “But I can’t stop you. I could try to be captured with you, I suppose, but that’s
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