“I bet you’ve never told anyone. I bet you did as you were told.” I can feel his exhale against my lips. “Break the rules for me, Sweet Girl. Put yourself first and give me a name.” There’s a part of me that knows I should stay silent, but I ignore it. “Arthur.” He makes a humming sound before slowly straightening, his thumb drawing a line between my collarbones, before leaving me completely when he stands.
