My eyes widened softly, taken aback by his sudden declaration. Did he just... Did he really say it? Butterflies were already stirring in my belly.
"You don't have to say it back now... until you're ready," he quickly added.
I gulped visibly, my heart racing as I stood there, unable to utter a single word. The weight of my emotions overwhelmed me, and my mind raced as I searched for the right words to express how I felt.
I wanted to tell him that I loved him back, that waiting until later was unnecessary, and that I was ready to say it now. But, alas, the words wouldn't come out, so I decided to show him instead.
At an impulsive moment, my lips met his in a soft and tender kiss. The touch sent shivers down my spine, filling my entire being with a mix of anticipation and desire.
I fel
