The Art Of Teasing

Pushing thoughts of the medicine Revive to the back of his mind, Ren tiptoed into the kitchen. A mischievous grin tugged at his lips as he hid his presence before moving forward.

Kade wanted to cook as a thank-you for his new battle mecha. He was so focused on the food that he missed a sneaky figure behind him.

Without a sound, Ren wrapped his arms snugly around Kade's waist. The sudden warmth made the Marshal stiffen slightly, but he didn't break his calm demeanor, not immediately, at least.

Ren rested his chin on Kade's broad shoulder. "You're good at many things, Marshal. I must have done something exceptionally good to have you."

The soft words ghosted over Kade's ears like a silky touch. Too gentle, yet impossibly tantalizing.

Kade's hand faltered as he tried to transfer a spoonful of food to a plate. "Ren," he warned lightly, but the subtle tremor in his voice betrayed him.