Olivia came to her senses and she abruptly stopped the kiss. She looked down, feeling a bit mortified as to why she had responded in that manner.
Lucas gently took her hand and when she looked at him, he had gentleness in his eyes too. He wasn’t upset with her but he had an understanding look in his eyes.
They made the rest of their way back in silence. Neither one of them spoke for the rest of the way. Olivia made sure to enjoy the scenery for the rest of the way home.
She wanted to quiet her heart but it didn’t work. She could hear it harder and harder. They got there and Maya and Bernard had left and she was relieved.
She poured some lemonade for them and they sat outside and watched the sky. It wasn’t as beautiful as down by the lake but it was certainly soothing. She sipped on som
