Chapter 84- You are dangerous

Zack shrugged, stepping closer to her, his voice dropping to a low rumble. "I've got my ways."

She rolled her eyes but laughed, the sound light and warm. As she moved to grab plates from the cabinet, Zack stepped behind her, his hands brushing her waist lightly before resting there.

"You cooked," he murmured, his breath warm against her ear.

"I figured you'd be hungry," she replied, her voice softer now. She set the plates down on the counter, her movements slowing as his hands slid around her waist, pulling her back against him.

"You didn't have to." His voice was husky, filled with a raw edge of emotion that made her pause. "Coming home to this… to you—" He broke off, his lips grazing her temple. "It's the best part of my day."

Her breath hitched, and she turned slightly, her eyes meeting his. "Zack…"