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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..."

and intense between them. Ronald's touch had been unfamiliar and commanding, and it seemed as though he had discovered a new side of himself in that

Stella whispered, hoping

it?" Ronald's voice took

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

pleading as she met Ronald's gaze. "I'm

only fueled the fire in

are a delicate

"And that's because you

was genuinely afraid that Ronald might force things, and if

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

since they were kids. Stella pushed against his chest. "Then go back to your own

They definitely couldn't sleep

continued, things would get out of hand. She didn't want to end up injured it wasn't worth

Ronald showed no

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

her mind

...

at the Larkin family home, Ursula spoke to her brother

threats with them. She's your sister, Jaxon. You should find a way to get

Jaxon sighed. "Ursula, you..."

be fine,"

what, Ursula couldn't let Stella stay with the Lugar family. If she did,

want to come back to the