Persephone told me that you said it wasn't as good as you expected it. When she kissed you, I mean."<br />Something flickered behind his eyes, but it was gone so fast that I couldn't tell what it was. <br />"No, it was not. I find little joy in showing affection to somebody who does not return it."<br />"Yeah, me too." I covered his hand with mine and pressed my lips against his palm. "It hurts being the one who loves more.