Maddie After a short, comfortable silence, Derek lifted my face up to look up at him. Our faces were just inches apart as he looked deep into my eyes, almost as though asking me for permission. I didn't know what came over me, allowing my eyes to flutter closed as I gave myself to him. Within a few seconds I felt his lips land on mine, placing a soft, short peck and pulling away, leaving me with a want for more. Before I could even open my eyes to complain, I felt his lips meet mine again. This time more assertive, with more want. He didn't just peck; instead, he tilted my head and lightly pressed my chin so he could part my lips, deepening our kiss. His moves were swift and assertive, practiced even. I melted completely to his touch. Derek shifted our position so that I was no longer

