Chapter One

[Preview]
"I'm sorry." She mumbled softly and the iron maiden around my heart clamped shut painfully as I saw another tear slide down her pale cheek.
"It's okay." I leaned forward and kissed the top of her head once more, "I love you."
"Forever and always?" She asked with another sniffle, though I could tell she was faking now, I'd said what she wanted to hear and she already felt better.
"Forever and always." I agreed.
"Promise?"
"Only if you get to sleep." I attempted to be stern but couldn't help but crack a smile.
She giggled softly and closed her eyes. "Goodnight, Nii-sama."
"Goodnight." I picked up the tray with the empty mug and headed for the door.