Song choice: The Machine by Reed Wonder and Aurora Olivas.
"Near shutdown?"
Nikki pulled back just a fraction of an inch, her tear-stained cheeks resting against the solid muscle of Adonis's chest. She sniffled, her dark eyes looking up into his blue ones, her brow furrowed in deep, genuine confusion.
The God of War did not look away. His massive hands remained firmly planted on her waist, holding her suspended against him as if setting her down would physically harm him.
"What do you mean by that?" Nikki asked, her voice trembling slightly. "Adonis, you're the General of Sector 1. You run the world. How could my behavior cause a shutdown?"
Adonis sighed.
