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Zev and Kelly sat together on the couch, a thick tension hanging between them. Zev, still nursing the aftermath of his injuries, was frustrated–his legs were far from healed, but at least his waist had improved. That small victory did little to ease his growing sense of impatience.
Kelly, however, had long since grown accustomed to striking him. Before she could stop herself, her hand whipped out, landing a firm slap across his face. The sharp sound echoed in the room.
Zev blinked, stunned. His fingers flew to his cheek as he leaned into her, his gaze wide and incredulous. “Why do you keep hitting me?”
Kelly froze, her eyes widening with a mix of surprise and guilt. She had done it so many times it had almost become reflex.
It wasn’t right before, but now–things were different.
The silence hung for a moment before Kelly muttered, a touch of humor in her voice, “You’ve got tough skin. A slap won’t do much damage.”
Zev sighed, his head resting on her chest, the weight of his frustration evident in the way his body slackened. “I have a headache.”
Kelly laughed softly, a sound that seemed to shake off some of the tension. She tried to nudge him off, but with his towering frame, it was like pushing against a wall.
After a while, she looked down at him, her voice quieter now. “I took some time off. What do you think about going on a trip?”
Zev’s eyes brightened instantly, his surprise palpable. “Why the sudden interest in traveling?”
Kelly hesitated, her mind flitting between thoughts. “I … I want to take you places. Show you things.”
She paused, letting the weight of her words sink in. They’d spent years trapped in one place, their medical team confined to the harsh realities of Sudan. And Zev, in his own way, had been imprisoned too.
“Alright,” Zev said after a moment, nodding slowly. “But I’m not exactly in peak condition. My legs-”
“I’ll push you,” Kelly said, her voice soft but determined as she brushed a stray lock of hair from his face.
Zev’s grin returned, brighter this time. “If you keep looking at me like that, I might start thinking you’ve got feelings for me.”
Kelly rolled her eyes, but the smile tugging at her lips gave her away. She didn’t bother answering.
Zev, emboldened by her silence, moved closer, his hand inching toward the strap of her top.
Kelly’s first instinct was to stop him, but then she hesitated. Maybe it wasn’t worth fighting him over something so small.
When she didn’t resist, Zev’s eyes lit up, as if he had won some unspoken victory. He pulled her up gently,
eager to continue.
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Zev’s excitement deflated in an instant, his shoulders slumping as he let out a mock sigh.
He sank back onto the couch, bare–chested, his mood shifting.
He really did wear his heart on his sleeve–especially when it came to Kelly.
Kelly looked at him, an almost affectionate smile curling her lips.
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“Give me a minute to think,” she said, her voice soft but firm, like she was giving him one last chance to stop.
Zev’s eyes narrowed, fixing Kelly with a glare. “What’s on your mind? You’re my wife, aren’t you?”
Kelly froze, taken aback by the intensity in his voice. The words caught her off guard.
“You still have other people in your heart, don’t you? That’s why you won’t accept me,” Zev said, his words heavy with hurt.
Kelly sighed deeply. “It’s not that I won’t accept you. I’m just worried about you. Your health isn’t what it should be.”
Zev’s chest puffed out, his expression defiant. “Who’s got bad health? I’m fine. The hospital’s supervisor himself said I’m strong, like an ox. I heal fast.”
Kelly didn’t respond immediately. She sat there quietly, unsure of what to say next.
Zev turned away, sulking, the silence between them thickening with his frustration.
Kelly knew the rules well–if she showed the slightest hesitation, Zev would pull away.
For five years, he’d had the chance to force her to submit, but he never did. He always waited for her to make the move.
She wasn’t sure what to think anymore. Finally, after a long moment of indecision, she stood up, her hand extended. “Come on. Let’s go to the bedroom.”
Zev scoffed and turned his face away, ignoring her completely.
Kelly sighed again, then reached under her T–shirt and tossed her bra at him. “Don’t make me wait any longer.”
Zev’s face shifted from shock to something darker. “I don’t like forcing people,” he said quietly.
“Fine. If you won’t move, I will,” Kelly retorted, her face flushed as she turned toward the bedroom.
Despite her lack of experience, she was a doctor. She’d studied anatomy more times than she could count, so it wasn’t as if she was completely clueless.
Her phone buzzed.
It was the hospital calling.
Kelly stepped into the bathroom, locked the door, turned on the shower, and answered. “Hello?”
“Dr Veamer are vou absolutely cure you want to annly for the neacekeening force’s medical mission? Vou’ll
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The voice on the other end was insistent, confirming for the third time.
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Everyone was shocked she’d even consider leaving again, especially after everything she’d been through in Solmaris. Beau would probably be surprised when he saw the list.
“I’m sure,” Kelly said, her voice steady.
This was the agreement she’d made with Gary. Zev would never know about it.
“This mission is set for the end of the year, so you have six months to prepare,” the voice said before hanging up.
Kelly sank to the edge of the bathtub, staring at the floor, lost in thought.
Zev had told her he had leverage over Lucas. All she had to do was let everyone know she was married to Zev. If Lucas wanted to hurt Zev, he’d go after her instead.
Kelly’s mind raced. She was ready to step in for Zev, to draw Lucas out and face him head–on.
That day in the hospital, she’d pleaded with Gary–Zev had already suffered enough. He’d borne too much pain, too many burdens that weren’t his to carry.
They couldn’t keep using him.
Gary had promised to keep her safe.
But at that moment, Kelly realized that none of that mattered to her
All that mattered was keeping Zev safe from harm.
anymore.
When Kelly finished her shower and stepped out of the bathroom, she found Zev already sprawled out on the bed, waiting for her. He was completely undressed, his posture confident and casual.
Kelly leaned against the doorframe, exasperated. “You’re moving better these days, huh?”
Zev grinned. “I’m not moving anywhere
With a sigh, Kelly threw a towel at him, then hesitated at the edge of the bed, unsure of what to do next. Her face burned with embarrassment.
Zev watched her awkwardly fumble, a teasing smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. He reached out, pulling her into his arms and gently flipping her onto the bed beneath him.
“Dr. Yeager, I don’t have much experience. Care to show me?”
Kelly glared up at him, irritated. “You think I’m some expert?”
Zev blinked, taken aback. After all, she’d been with Eric for years. She had to have more experience than he did, right?
The thought stung. A sharp pang of jealousy twisted in his gut.
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