For so long (Ch.434)

Neveah's breath accelerated into a rapid rhythm, she stared up at Xenon, her eyes fixed on his, that unending pool of pitch black mystery that was so familiar to her.

His eyes revealed a whirlwind of emotions and Neveah wished she could not understand them but she did... she did understand each and every one of them.

His eyes held her hostage, captivated, unable to look away and the intensity in his gaze appeared to not only be staring at her, but staring through her, right into her trembling heart.

"Do not turn me away Veah...do not fight your heart." Xenon entreated in a tone barely above a whisper.

As he spoke, his breath fanned over Neveah's face and Neveah had to struggle to maintain a clear head while her mind tried to lead a journey on another trail entirely.

"Do you remember?..." Xenon drawled, his hand moving to rest on Neveah's cheek.