The Warrior Princess

To her credit, Kyra did not so much as flinch from his touch or bold proclamation. She merely held that level stare, giving no ground, despite the undercurrents of tension now practically vibrating between them.

She was just a few cm shorter than him; her gaze leveled with his with the help of her boots.

"I am already engaged to another," she stated flatly. "And I will only consent to... attend to you this once. No more than a single indulgence as per our pact."

The hand traced a meandering path along the line of her neck, only to still as Jaegar considered her words.

When he replied, it was with an unmistakable tone of placid finality.

"Those terms are acceptable. For now."

Kyra exhaled what might have been a relieved breath, though it was impossible to say for sure.

"Very well, then. It will have to wait until this evening after dusk, when my duties have concluded for the day."