THE kiss kept going until we both ran out of breath. We moved away from each other but Jerome kept his hands on my face. He let it fall down to my waist. Jerome: “Are you okay?” I nodded while smiling. It was a great kiss. How could I not be okay? Jerome: “I’m glad. Do you need to get back to your mom’s room?” Valerie: “I can stay for a little bit.” For the duration of my stay in his office, we made out. We barely even talked. I wasn’t complaining about it, but I could feel my lips already swelling. Jerome: “We should stop. Your lips are all red.” Valerie: “Uhm, okay.” Jerome: I’m sorry baby, I couldn’t help it. Your lips are so soft.” Valerie: “It’s okay.” Jerome: “You wouldn’t mind if I call you baby, would you?” Valerie: “I don’t mind.” Jerome: “Feel free to call me whatever

