"I kinda want to kiss you right now," Ethan said, his voice low and husky, pupils darkening with raw intent as he stared into Jamie's eyes.
Her breath caught, a flush rising to her cheeks. "What's stopping you?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
He hesitated, heart pounding in his chest. "I don't know what we are."
Jamie's gaze softened. "What do you want us to be?"
Ethan didn't answer right away. He searched her face like the truth was written there. Maybe it was. But then again, maybe he didn't need words.
He leaned in slowly, eyes dropping to her lips, hovering inches away like he was memorizing her lips.
He didn't move. Didn't blink. Just waited.
And when she gave him the slightest nod, he closed the distance.
The kiss was tentative at first—slow and searching. Her l
