[That makes her breath catch in her throat but -- she's from a probably doomed timeline that had a sketchy outlook even if it was the alpha, so Adstringendum is the best option. And she's already lost a Carriero-forged lover once; she's not doing it again.]
Of course. [very very brief beat.] I couldn't bear to leave without you. [Leans down for a more lingering kiss.]
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Of course. [very very brief beat.] I couldn't bear to leave without you. [Leans down for a more lingering kiss.]