Talk To Me

36. Unforgettable sweetness

"As the person who, you know, accidentally drugged you before, I think I've officially forfeited any right to an opinion here." Wale had been riding a guilt train since her chat with Cherry, and it was starting to show.

Kind raised an eyebrow. "Oh, I know all your dirty laundry, every juicy page of it, so you'd better think twice about ticking me off, Wale. I could ruin you."

Wale chuckled, trying to lighten the mood. "Believe me, I would never risk it. I'm petrified of Todo's mother, but you? Terrified. By the way," she leaned in with a grin, "I heard when they found you, you were talking in your sleep...and apparently, your thoughts of me were a little, shall we say, colorful."

Kind's face flushed instantly. "Anything I might've said was because of that...uh...enhancer they slipped to me!"

"Oh, come on, don't be shy, K Bunny! You've got no idea how much I needed a laugh these days. Go on, tell me more about your steamy dreams of me," Wale teased with a wicked grin.

Kind's embarrassment quickly morphed into irritation. "Mood ruined, thanks! I was actually happy to see you again, but now? I'm considering strangling you!" he huffed, reaching for Wale's neck. But Wale dodged, and Kind spinned her around and plopping her into his lap, and Wale hugged him like she'd never let go.

"I must really be in love, K Bunny. I felt completely lost without you. Todo's mother handled everything, but I'm never letting you out of my sight again."

Kind wriggled to break free. "As if you're not clingy enough already!"

Finally managing to escape Wale's grasp, he stood and moved to sit on the bed, trying to get a grip. Wale's touch had him flustered, and he knew he had to rein it in. If Wale caught on, she'd probably tackle him right then and there, ex's house be damned. He quickly changed the topic. "So...did Cherry leave?"

Wale shrugged. "She left with Swalha after breakfast. She asked to see you yesterday, but don't worry, Swalha promised to talk to her. Cherry's still, let's say, remains loyal to his sister, but he's finally starting to see the bigger picture."

Kind shook his head. "Honestly, I'm in no rush to see Cherry. He looks so much like her sister, I keep expecting him to whip out a sinister laugh or something. That night, it was all I could think about, and then everything went dark before you appeared lustful in my dreams. Next thing I know, it's freezing, I'm surrounded by strangers, and..." He stopped when he noticed Wale grinning. "What's so funny?"

"Of all that, 'lustful Wale in your dreams' really stands out," Wale smirked.

Kind sighed. Talking to Wale was an exercise in patience. "Can you at least pretend to care about my well-being?"

"I do care, and so does everyone else," Wale said, not missing a beat. "In fact, we got all the culprits, including my lovely uncle. But enough about that. Now that you're on the mend...when's our next 'session'?" She winked.

Kind lobbed a pillow at her, mentally cursing that it wasn't a brick. "There is no 'session,' you idiot!"

Wale held up the pillow like a shield. "Not even a kiss? A peck? Nothing?"

Before Kind could fire back, Todo knocked and poked her head in. Wale grinned and muttered, "Left the door open. Oops."

"Sorry to interrupt, lovebirds," Todo smirked, "just checking to make sure Kind's doing well."

Before Kind could respond, Wale chimed in. "He's great. Now shoo! We're in the middle of something private."

Kind rolled his eyes and walked up to Todo. "Ignore her. I'm fine now, thanks to some rest and food. You've been a lifesaver, Todo."

Todo's face softened. "Honestly, I was preparing for the worst. It's a miracle seeing you back. Wale here nearly tore her hair out worrying about you."

Wale shrugged. "Hey, weren't you the one saying he was 'yearning' for me?"

Todo chuckled. "Oh, please. I said that to keep you from going full soap opera."

Kind snickered, avoiding Wale's gaze. "Thank you, Todo. I feel like I've overstayed my welcome, though."

Todo pulled him in for a hug, sending a challenging look Wale's way. "Don't give it another thought. You're welcome here as long as you need."

Then, just as she pulled away, Todo planted a quick kiss on Kind's cheek. Kind didn't think twice, but when he turned, Wale looked like she was about to explode. Upon Todo's departure, she complained, "Oh, so she gets a kiss, but I don't? Cold, K Bunny. Ice cold."

Trying to sidestep Wale's growing jealousy, Kind stammered, "I, uh...need a shower."

But Wale wasn't letting him off that easily. Closing the gap, she swiftly stole a kiss, deep and unyielding, sparking that familiar fire between them. Just as Kind thought he might be free, she grinned, "Well, at least someone seems in good health..."

Before Kind could retaliate, he scooped Wale up and carried her to the bed, setting her down with a triumphant smirk. Their lips met again, and Kind felt his resolve slipping away. It was a battle he wasn't sure he wanted to win, but could, and would.

"Shower," Kind murmured, barely able to get the word out as he tried to catch his breath. But Wale, feeling reckless and ready to pick up right where they'd left off, simply shook her head.

"Nope," she whispered, her hand trailing down, igniting every nerve as she explored each inch of Kind's body. She could barely control herself, years of pent-up passion bursting through.

"Are you sure about this?"

In that heated moment, she wrapped her legs around Wale, pulling Kind closer. "Don't stop, even if I beg you to," she breathed.

And that was all the encouragement Kind needed. He poured every ounce of feeling into each touch, each whispered confession of love, until both were left panting, breaths mingling as they held each other close. Kind looked down at Wale's satisfied smile, feeling a swell of triumph.

"You've always been mine, K Bunny," she said softly, grinning as Kind rolled his eyes.

"Yeah, yeah," Kind replied, a smirk tugging at his lips. "Don't let it go to your head."

"Too late," she replied, her usual smirk in place.