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[ having these painful memories, especially of ashley, brought up and held in place like they are is one more emotional scar to a woman who had many of them. she doesn't appreciate having her private life on display like this.
they are indeed quite alone and the kiss, however brief it may be, is welcomed. it seems to calm her and she leans ever so slightly into it. that combines with the bag of tea leaves to wipe her mind of what awaits her in the kitchen. for now.
his wording makes her breath catch and for a moment, she glances away. once he's fully inside, she closes the door behind him and turns to move towards the kitchen, twisting her hair over one shoulder as she goes. ]
We could both use that.
[ as much as a part of her would love a real, actual kiss from him or even something as simple as a hug, she isn't allowing herself to ask for it. she's reverting to her usual method of coping and withdrawing herself emotionally. it likely won't last around him, but for the moment, it's simply habit rearing its head. ]
I should thank you for stopping by. I wasn't expecting another visitor.