Lawrence held the back of Miranda's head. His other arm wrapped around her waist, pulling her tightly against him.
The kiss deepened, leaving her breathless.
In the quiet of the night, in the secluded alley, the desire between them grew intense.
Miranda lifted her hand to push him away, but Lawrence caught her soft hand resting on his chest.
He continued to kiss her, forceful, demanding, and intense, as if he wanted to meld her into himself.
Seizing a moment to breathe, Miranda turned her head away, gasping. "No."
"Lawrence, stop..." Her voice wavered with a hint of tears, her whole body trembling. "Please, don't..."
Lawrence had planned to keep kissing her, but the sound of her tearful voice made him hesitate, and he stopped.
He didn't release her, though. His forehead leaned agai
