A Kiss That Changed Everything

The moment their lips met, the world stopped.

His hand cradled her face, his touch gentle but possessive.

She had kissed before, but nothing had ever felt like this.

Like something undeniable.

When they finally pulled apart, she was breathless. "We… we shouldn't have done that."

His gaze darkened."Then why didn't you stop me?"

Because she didn't want to.

Because she wanted more.

But she wasn't ready to admit that yet.

So, she stepped back. "I need time."

He exhaled, his jaw tightening. "Take all the time you need. But don't lie to yourself, Emma."

The problem was—she already had been.