章 17: Chapter 17

“D-do you l-like me?”

That stunned Connor for a second before he pressed his lips against one of Harley’s ears. “I like you like crazy.”

“O-okay.”

Connor laughed under his breath. “Just okay?”

“Yes.”

Connor kissed the ear. “What about you? Do you like me, too?”

Now the tips of Harley’s ears grew impossibly redder. “You know it already.”

“No, I don’t. I want to hear the words straight from you.”

Harley remained quiet for so long, Connor thought he’d never get an answer. Then, all of a sudden, Harley bobbed his head. “Very much. You make me feel warm, protected, and safe.”

Something tugged at Connor’s heartstrings again. He couldn’t help but smile widely. “I promise I’ll always be by your side. You’ll never be alone anymore. You have my word.”

Harley nodded. “Okay. Forever.”