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Ronald rolled over, pinning her beneath him. "So, Star, is this what's got you all worried?"

Stella shrank back a little, feeling timid under his weight.

Seeing her curled up like a frightened little bird, Ronald chuckled softly and pecked her lips.

"Star, do you really think anyone can drown us with mere words?"

Stella remained silent, her eyes wide.

Ronald ruffled her hair affectionately before rolling over to pull her into his arms. "Silly girl," he murmured, a mix of fondness and exasperation coloring his tone.

Stella snuggled closer, finding a comfortable spot against him. She knew there was no way to get Ronald to leave now. Whatever he said went, just like always. Since they were kids, Ronald's word had been law in her world.

He pressed a kiss to her forehead, an insatiable need to be closer to her rising within him.

Stella, sensing his intent, stiffened.

"Ronald, I'm still hurt," she said, her voice trembling.

The way she said his name, laced with apprehension, only made his smile deepen. He hadn't realized until now how much he loved hearing her call him by his name.

"I know," he replied, his voice rich and soothing.

"Then why are you still..."

intense between them. Ronald's touch had

applied the ointment," Stella whispered, hoping her words would encourage him to

it?" Ronald's voice took on a teasing

he mean by that? Of course, it meant he should leave. She

as she met Ronald's gaze.

tearful eyes only fueled the

a delicate

voice wavered with emotion. "And that's because you spoil

things, and if

once more. "Yes, I spoil you. All of

since they were kids. Stella pushed

They definitely couldn't sleep

out of hand. She didn't want to end up

no intention of

when Stella was about to insist he go, Ronald caught her soft hand in

her mind racing with

...

town at the Larkin family home, Ursula spoke to her brother

and illegal dealings. Star faces all sorts of threats with them. She's your sister, Jaxon. You should find a way to get her

Jaxon sighed. "Ursula, you..."

fine,"

Lugar family. If she

to come back to the Larkin