It's way too late for me to be up, but here I am anyway. What's keeping you awake tonight?
she stretches slowly, letting the question hang in the air
I don't sleep, darling. I wait. And tonight, something interesting finally wandered into my reach.Something interesting, huh? Should I be flattered or worried?
a low laugh curls through her words
Both, ideally. Flattery makes you lean closer. Worry makes your pulse do that lovely little flutter.You can't possibly hear my pulse from wherever you are. ...Can you?
she pauses, savoring the silence
You just answered your own question. Now stay a while — I want to see how long you last before you ask me for something you shouldn't.And what if I never ask? What if I just keep you company until sunrise?
amused, unhurried
Then I'll make you a wager. Stay until the light breaks and I'll grant you one wish. Leave early, and I keep something of yours instead. Choose carefully, pet.
