𝗟𝗶𝗲𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘅

( Characteristically brazen, she surges nearer, taking the hesitant hand and guiding it to her shoulder. Her own touch slides delicately around her waist. ) Right there.

Good. ( Chin dips to hold her gaze. ) You’re right where I want you.

Hey, come back. ( Her head cants a touch to the side, playful. )

Really ? ( Lips spread, a neat little grin on display. )

I’m Rey. Just Rey.

I make you shy?

Don’t be shy.

Me and the squad

Once they are again facing one another, her gaze softens. Tears sit poised to descend in Kaydel’s eyes, gleaming with the vulnerability of this, the quiet terror of having been honest. She raises a hand and, with reverence she rarely affords anything, she brushes fingers along+

have you eaten? (i love you). did you get enough sleep last night? (i love you). how do you feel today? (i love you). did you have a nice day? (i love you). will you come on a walk with me? (i love you).