(Author’s POV)
As Ryan and Aurora stepped into the grand mansion, both were in an unusually good mood. The warmth of their day out still lingered between them, and Aurora couldn't remember the last time she had seen Ryan so at ease.
She turned to head towards her room, but before she could take a step, a firm yet gentle grip wrapped around her wrist.
Startled, she gasped as Ryan suddenly pulled her toward him. Her hands landed on his chest to steady herself, and she found herself inches away from him, their breaths mingling.
“Ryan?” She whispered, looking up at him with wide eyes.
He didn’t say anything at first, just studied her face with a softness she had never seen before. Then, without warning, he leaned in and pressed a gentle kiss to her forehead.
Aurora froze.
Her heart poun
