Reyona was not expecting the force with which the boy launched himself onto her.

She was in danger of toppling over when a hand supported her.

Warmth spread through her as a familiar scent tickled her nose.

She moved her hair from her face and looked up to thank Cliff for his help.

Only to look straight into Maxwell’s hazel-green eyes.

Wait, how come she had never noticed that they…

“Are you okay?” 

His soft question drew Reyona’s gaze to his firm and luscious… “Yeah, I am fine. Thanks,” she said tersely before looking down at the boy who was still clinging to her neck.

“Hi,” Reyona said with a...