When they reached the bedroom, Calla closed the door gently behind them. She turned to him, searching his face in the soft glow of the lamp. “You’re angry,” she whispered. “You try to hide it, but I can feel it.” Killian touched her cheek. “You shouldn’t have to see that side of me.” “But I want to see all of you,” she said, her voice low, honest. “Even the parts that scare you.” For a moment, silence filled the room. Then he leaned down, kissing her gently, as though she were the only thing keeping him from breaking apart. She kissed him back, slow but deep, her arms circling his neck. “Calla…” he murmured against her lips. “Don’t think,” she whispered. “Just be with me.” He pressed his forehead against hers, his breath heavy. “I don’t deserve you.” “Yes, you do,” she said firmly. “Always.” Her words broke something inside him. He kissed her harder this time, his lips hungry, his hands sliding to her waist, pulling her close. She gasped softly, but she didn’t pull
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