Ethan's POV
“What… What was that?" Mia asked, still completely in shock that I kissed her.
“What?" I said with a flirty smile. “I knew the only way to get it over with was if you didn't know it was coming."
“I-I just don't understand why it had to be right now." She said, touching her lips.
“Look." I said, leaning forward so I could whisper. “I'm not a patient guy, and most people know that about me. If we're dating, I need it to be believable. If this were real, I would have kissed you by now."
Mia thought about my perspective for a while. I snuck a peek over to the entrance of the restaurant to see if Jake was still looking our way. He was gone. I silently celebrated the victory and turned back to Mia, who was still processing everything.
“Wow." She said, smiling to herself.
“W
