Karl closed the distance between us and reached out to settle his large hands on my waist. He pulled me flush against his solid chest with a gentle tug, wrapping those strong arms around me in a tight embrace. I immediately started squirming against his iron grip, trying in vain to wriggle free. "Let me go, Karl!" I growled, my voice muffled against the soft fabric of his shirt. The spicy scent of his cologne filled my nose, bringing back a flood of memories that I ruthlessly shoved aside. "I'm not in the mood for your stupid games right now. Just tell me the truth!" Karl simply let out a deep chuckle that usually made me melt into a puddle at his feet. Now it just pissed me off even more. He nuzzled against the sensitive skin of my neck, his warm breath sending an involuntary sens