25. Predator and Prey

Ella stood frozen to the spot. What does one do in situations like this?

She gripped the door knob tighter as she struggled to come up with a response. Unfortunately, her chaotic brain had gone into sleep mode it seemed and her mind, blank.

“Annabella, we have to discuss it.”

She exhaled, counting in her head, then with a confidence she didn’t know she had, she faced Kaiden where he stood, watching her closely with a steady gaze and hands crossed. “What is there to talk about?”

That question took him off guard it seemed, as he frowned looking both surprised and confused. He stood straight and unfolded his arms. He took a step towards her, eyebrows furrowed. “What?”

Ella shrugged feigning nonchalance. “There isn’t really anything to talk about.”

He’s frown deepened as he advanced a step more. “You kissed me.”

“And I apologize.” She inhaled lowering her head. “I was drunk and-”

“Why are you apologizing?”

She stopped talking, lifting her head in surprise. “What?”