I opened and closed my mouth, a lump forming in my throat at his ridiculous suggestion. My chest tightened as I imagined the last time we slept together in the same bed. A grimace settled over my features, and I leaned down to pull extra pillows. There was no way I wanted to cross any lines. Not again.

“Fine!” I let out a deep breath. 

“That was easy”, He whispered, but I could hear loud and clear.

“Only because I don’t have a choice!” I emphasised the last ...