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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..."

left things awkward 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

you applied the ointment," Stella whispered, hoping her words would

should we do about it?" Ronald's voice took on a teasing edge, his self-control clearly slipping.

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

eyes were pleading as she met Ronald's gaze.

only fueled the fire

really are a

voice wavered with emotion. "And that's

might force things, and

her forehead once more. "Yes, I spoil you. All of this is because of

in since they were kids. Stella pushed against his

They definitely couldn't sleep

out of hand. She didn't want to

no intention of

he go, Ronald caught her soft hand

speechless, her mind racing with

...

family home,

Lugar family is deeply entrenched in both legal and illegal dealings. Star faces all sorts of threats with them. She's your sister, Jaxon. You should find a way

Jaxon sighed. "Ursula, you..."

be fine,"

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

to come back to the Larkin family.