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Alec
I’ve kissed my share of runway models, starlets, and lead singers. But nothing I’ve ever experienced compares with the act of simply pressing my mouth against Elle’s. For a supreme moment, energy and emotion careened between us. You can’t fake that. Elle cares for me. She just needs more time to become comfortable with the idea, that’s all. And I understand why. She’s lost so much. Opening up again must be terrifying.
The truth is clear. When it comes to Elle, waiting is worth it.
The Queen of Hearts drums her fingers on the armrest of her throne. “That kiss was a fine start, but how am I to truly test your resolve?” Her eyes widen in a pantomime of shock. “Oh, my. Chesh has gone missing.”
The court echoes the queen’s statement. There are many disinterested murmurs asking, Whe
