We take in the view together—the crystal blue stretch of ocean, the way it blurs into the sky. It’s almost too perfect. Too clear. Like a dream that forgot to fade.
I take a sip of my drink and immediately stick my tongue out. “Ew. Tastes like sunscreen.”
Caden tries his and makes a face. “Disgusting.”
Then he yanks me into him and kisses me like that was the antidote.
I melt instantly, looping my arms around his neck. His lips are hot and demanding, tongue sweeping across mine as he spins and lowers us onto the outdoor couch. I straddle his lap without hesitation. His hands slide down my back, greedy and grounding. He kisses me like he’s trying to make up for every second we were apart.
I kiss his neck, nipping gently over his mark. A gentle growl rumbles in his chest.
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