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Elle
Stepping out to the balcony was all part of my sneak attack kissing plan.
Everyone was saying their hellos and trying to get caught on television. So I slipped away while Jacoby chatted up the Three Seasons. Then I waited on the balcony for him to show. It’s a great spot, considering all the shadows and empty space. In fact, the only furniture are few tables that sit by the low rail surrounding the space. And nearby, some trees provide extra cover from passers-by.
Perfect.
At first, all I saw was his outline framed on the balcony’s threshold. The warm lights from ballroom framed his outline in a halo of gold. Something about the sight stirred my soul.
Without another thought, I strolled up to Jacoby, cupped his face in my hands, and pulled him into a kiss. The moment our mout
