Chapter sixteen.
Vida’s POV.
Kaden's sudden hand gesture, a sharp snap of his fingers inches from my face, jolted me back to the present moment. I forced a smile, trying to appear composed.
"Is everything alright?" he asked, his eyes scrutinizing mine.
I nodded, attempting to reassure him, but my body betrayed me.
“Are you sure?” He asked, his voice tinged with concern.
“Yes, I’m good.”
His hand caressed my cheek, a shiver coursed down my spine, leaving a trail of goosebumps in its wake. I couldn't explain why I reacted this way to him and his brother - perhaps it was the unfamiliarity of being close to someone, especially a man.
Kaden's gaze lingered on mine, and I averted my eyes, feeling a flush rise to my cheeks. My subconscious scolded me, its voice stern: "Get a grip of your
