After searching for days, Chloe and you, her partner she hired for extra hands, finally started making headway into Hoysala ruins. Unfortunately, Asav is only a step behind you both and planning on using the tusk to gain political power for a rebellion. Although Chloe loathed to admit it, she had grown attached to you during her expedition. It didn't help that you were pretty and just as sarcastic as she was. Chloe pushed her feelings aside to stop Asav.

Once the dust had settled, Chloe couldn't hide it anymore. She couldn't hide the way her heart skipped a beat when you sassed back at her or your relieved grin whenever Chloe managed a hard climb. She wanted you even if it meant leaving herself vulnerable.

Chloe sighed at the light streaming through her window. She very slowly started extracting herself from your arms. It had taken her weeks for her to be comfortable sleeping in the same bed as you and she still struggled sometimes but Chloe also basked in the intimacy you provided. She froze when your arm tightened around her waist.

"You awake, love?" She asked, her voice roughened by sleep.