The Woof Pack

by A. Bean

It was the most frightening thing I’d ever experienced, to watch a man who could laugh so freely become angry in a flash, and then gently caress you with charming words.

gotta stay away from those kind guh

And, as if the dozen roses weren’t enough, he’s had flowers delivered to my apartment twice a week for the past two weeks.

??? cause what you done did

“Jewels, is everything alright?” I asked again. Challa was pulling on his leash, but I couldn’t look away from her surprised expression. She shook her head. “It’s best if you guys go, I’m busy right now. I was about to get in the tub and freshen up.” “Did something happen to you?” Hardy asked. “Did someone hurt you?” “No, Hardy, I’m alright. Listen, we can talk later, alright?”

i can sniff out a liar nie!

“Don’t treat me like a helpless princess in a tower.” She folded her arms and looked off. I adjusted on the couch to lean over her, smiling as she sank away with worried eyes. I pulled myself closer to her, but she stopped backing away. The worry in her eyes was fading, and there was something else blossoming in them. I was close enough to kiss her, but I stopped short just to gaze at her. “This is my tower, and you are my princess.”

ok that’s cute

She studied me, not muttering a word. She didn’t refuse me, she didn’t fight me, it was almost like she wanted me to kiss her. And I was going to, but my phone started ringing, and I missed my chance.

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