She was amused for a moment as she stared at the colored prints. These things were valuable. Printer companies used to sell them like gold before the fall, and now, ironically, due to the lack of supplies, they were as rare and precious as the metal itself.
Kali detected the curiosity in her eyes, but instead of seizing the opportunity, his normal lecherous inclinations took control. He laid the documents aside and moved closer, wanting to touch her for the first time.
He grabbed for her hand, hoping to feel the warmth, but she instantly jerked away, pouting like a child. The tension in the room dissipated, replaced by their usual bickering.
"Every time I ask you to do something for me, you offer the same excuse. Do you remember what you promised me? If you can't even satisfy this one request, I don't see why I'm here."
