Xavier’s POV
She suddenly closed the distance between us, and before I knew it, her lips were already brushing against mine. I couldn't hold back. I mean, it was her. I couldn't even control my hands from drawing her closer.
I knew this was like an escape solution for her. She would rather not say what was going through her mind, and I wouldn't let her avoid it, not this time. I pulled out of the kiss and looked at her, smiling.
“Mission impossible,” I said, trying to catch my breath. I could see how confused she was from the reaction on her face.
“What?” she finally asked.
“What were you thinking?” I asked, our faces just a few inches apart, and my hands still holding on to her waist.
“I… l…” I watched as she fumbled with the words.
“You called me love,” she quickly said, with her
