Dependance

“Guess you’ll have to learn the value of depending on others. And proving yourself worthy of them doing so to you.” He gave her a meaningful stare before turning to go.

Halting when her hand shot out to grab his bicep. Sending waves of warmth through him in lightning flashes.

Twisting to look at her hand, his gaze slid pensively to her face.

Eyes wide and cheeks flushed, it was apparent she’d felt the hot surge as well.

The spark between us.

“I can’t guarantee their safety.” She whispered pleadingly.

“No. You can’t guarantee much of anything when offering something of yourself, now can you?” He spat. Suddenly angry.

Such as once your love is given it won’t be rescinded. Bitterness swelled through him in a wild wave.

“Let them decide if it’s worth trusting you.” He added loud enough Lon and Almora heard him, from where they huddled staring over the ridge.

Hand dropping, Nim watched him