Slowly, Felix felt his own lips chasing hers as his hands came down and found their way to her waist. Her skin felt warm and soft through the thin cotton shirt she had hurriedly thrown on. If someone had asked him what is ‘bliss’? This! This moment right here. Finally, after what felt like ages, Bella pulled back, catching her breath. Felix looked down at her as she opened her eyes, their gazes finally meeting. Just then, they both heard a strangled noise nearby. Zane had fallen to his knees, his face pale, his eyes glazed over in confusion, shock, and betrayal as he mumbled incoherently. “It’s... it’s just not possible… not possible…” Bella turned her head towards him, still comfortably leaning in Felix’s arms as she tilted her head, faking surprise. “Oh? You’re still here? I

