Xesha’s POV
Time seemed to stand still in that moment. There was no sound except for Sebastian’s heartbeat, so close to my ear. His strong arms were still wrapped around my waist, pulling me close to him, pressed against him, leaving not even the slightest gap between us.
I could smell his scent—the musk and cedarwood, along with minty scent of his warm breath sweeping over my ear and the side of my neck.
My hands, which had been on his chest and were about to push him away, were now clutching his jacket tightly as I tried to calm myself so Sebastian wouldn’t hear my heart pounding too loudly.
I glanced briefly at Sebastian’s face—his handsome face—which so close to mine; everything about him was undeniably attractive. In fact, above average.
A strong, chiseled nose and ja
