(Tristan) River looks at me before she sits on the bed with her legs crossed. I pulled on my pants and sat next to her. “You regret what just happened, don’t you?” I asked. “No, I don’t. It was amazing, but you’re probably wondering why I didn’t give you a permanent mark”, she says. “No, I understand I have to prove myself to you, but to tell you the truth, I wasn't even expecting a temporary mark. This is better than nothing” I admitted, and I could see a small smile on her face. “Does it bother you that I’m with Koslov?” she asks. “No, he makes you happy and that’s all I want for you” I admitted. “I also want you to be happy. You deserve it” she says. “I’m happy right now” I admitted. “What if this...” she gestures between her and I “ doesn’t last. What if it’s just somet