Amara's POV
The days that followed were a whirlwind. Jaxon’s kiss had stirred something inside of me, something I couldn’t quite ignore. I couldn’t stop thinking about it, replaying the intensity, the way his lips felt against mine. The way he claimed me in front of everyone, it was possessive, but it also felt strangely comforting.
But I couldn’t deny the confusion that clouded my thoughts. There was Ryder, always so close to me, his presence undeniable. Then there was Caden, with his quiet strength, the way he seemed to understand me without saying much at all. And Jaxon… he was always there, always pulling me in with that carefree smile of his, always showing up when I least expected it.
It wasn’t easy, balancing everything in my head, but I knew I couldn’t keep pushing them away. T
