“Kate…. don’t leave,” he said softly, with his hands around my waist, and I stilled. Realizing his mistake, he quickly pulled away.“I'm sorry—I shouldn’t have—”“It’s fine,” I said, turning to face him. “My mom wants me out of my room for as long as possible, I don’t think she’ll mind me staying here a bit longer,” I said truthfully. He picked up a new box of cupcakes and led me back to the living room.Brian cleared off the empty party cups and and half eaten snacks on the table, before placing the box of cupcakes down.I helped myself to one. “These are really tasty,” I admitted.“I’m glad you like them, they were my sister’s favourite.”Brian’s sister, Nora, had only gotten married two years ago. Now she lived in a neighbouring pack with her husband—who’s name I couldn’t recall. “You made this yourself?” I questioned, genuinely amazed. “Yes, I did.”“A General, and also a very good baker. You’re the whole package, I can definitely see what Camila sees in you.”His smile dimmed
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