Klaus POV:
My whole demeanor shifted immediately. I practically leaped from the couch, crossing the room to where Mira stood by the mini-bar, a faintly exasperated look in her eyes as she poured herself a glass of wine.
Without hesitation, I wrapped my arms around her, peppering her face with kisses, a smile lighting up my face. "Mira, you're incredible," I murmured, my smile wide as I looked at her. "I don't know what I'd do without you. You're the best."
Mira let out a low, amused laugh as she pried me off her gently, pressing her hand against my chest to put a little space between us. There was a flicker of fondness in her eyes, but it was shadowed by something sharper, something that made her presence both reassuring and intimidating.
