“You do not burn in the sunlight. So why sleep in a coffin at all? Certainly, someone of your considerable height would enjoy more room to stretch out.” “You have asked me this once before.” “And you gave me a half-answer. You claimed it was the light that troubled you. I think you are more than capable of purchasing shutters. So why?” He was silent. Fearing she had committed a misstep without realizing it, she placed her palm to his bare chest. “I am sorry. I did not mean to offend.” His hand laced over hers, and he let out a slow breath. “You have done no such thing. I merely am deciding
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