There was one side of Anne that Eland didn't expect. She liked direct physical contact, especially touches. Like now. When Eland carefully placed the bowl in front of Anne, she casually kissed his cheek. Whether she was aware of it or not, it was clear that she was now enjoying the noodles in front of her.

Shaking his head softly was all that Eland could do now. Anne's side was truly testing him. Eland had promised himself not to go beyond the limits, no matter how difficult it was to ...