-Entwined-
Early morning sun spills through the window and across the bed. Jaina blinks awake, wincing at the light. When she tries to cover her eyes, she finds her arm pinned. She grins when she remembers where she is.
Oh, right. Kyp.
They lie together in his bed, limbs entwined. She was supposed to be gone hours ago, but she can't regret staying, even if someone catches her leaving. She hasn't felt this peaceful in a long time, this well-rested or content.
Jaina feels him wake and rolls over to watch him open his eyes. "Good morning," she whispers.
He smiles sleepily. "Hi."
She brushes a curl out of his face. "You sleep well?"
Kyp yawns, tugs her closer. "Better than I have in years."
"Same."
Jaina turns her head, kisses his shoulder softly. "We're gonna get caught. But I think it's time we stopped hiding. When I get back from Hapes, I'm gonna tell Jag. We can't let fear of his reaction control us."
"I agree." He nuzzles her neck. "I love you."
Jaina closes her eyes, smiling to herself. "Love you, too."
Kyp kisses her neck. Jaina grins, knowing his thoughts as much as her own in that moment, through their bond. If she doesn't get moving, she'll be really late. She sighs. "I need to get up, shower, meet Tahiri."
"Save time, shower with me."
Laughing, Jaina sits up. "That will in no way save me time, Kyp."
"Worth a try." He levers upright and yawns. "Fine. Go."
She leans in, kisses him deeply. "I'll miss you while I'm gone."
Kyp tugs at her bottom lip with his teeth. "Then hurry back."
"Oh, I will. I'd love for you to come with, but..."
"Next time," he says. "Go, enjoy your trip. Come back to me."
"I always will."
