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He cupped my cheeks in his large, warm hands. “I know I should be mad at you. But I’m just so damn happy you’re here right now. All I want is to hold you.”
I pushed all the doubts out of my mind and listened only to my heart. Wrapping my arms around his waist, I rested my head gently against his chest.
Adrian pulled me close, his arms wrapping around me tightly. He let out a long breath, and our heartbeats echoed softly between our ribs.
Our breaths mingled, spreading warmth between us.
The birdsong outside had never sounded this sweet. Even the hum of traffic felt like a soothing symphony.
“You’re a stranger to me, but somehow you feel closer than anyone I’ve ever known. Maybe it’s wrong to be in your arms… but right now, it’s exactly what I need.
If only my biggest problem was
