Part 35: Risqué Ravens

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He kisses me more roughly, his hands brushing the skin on my back. The fresh cool air, which was refreshing before, now feels electrified. He pushes back the sleeve of my shirt, revealing the birds.

He pauses and stares silently, "What are these for?" He asks.

I swallow, "Ravens. One for each member of my family that I left behind. They're all gone now. My dad, my brother, and my Mom, all dead." I decide not to mention Tanner. He looks concerned for a second, but then masks it by kissing each bird softly. Suddenly, an image of Jaden appears in my mind.

His alert green eyes, his dark hair and striking features. I sit up instantly. Jaden. Jaden. Jaden. His name runs through my mind, over and over. Uriah leans towads me again, not to kiss me, but to hug me.

I pull away after a few seconds, "Let's go get your Marlene."

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