Jasmine's POV
I was sitting on the bed, lost in thought, when Mason suddenly tensed beside me. His head tilted slightly, as if listening to something I couldn't hear.
"My mother's coming," he whispered urgently. Before I could react, Mason pulled me close. "I'm going to kiss you love.'' he said, his face inches from mine.
My heart raced, but I nodded. We had to keep up appearances, after all. I leaned in, closing my eyes just as a knock sounded at the door. He planted his lips on mine, kissing me deeply.
I heard the door open and fought the urge to pull away. Instead, I forced myself to stay close to Mason, trying to look flustered and embarrassed.
"Oh!" My mother inlaw, Queen Amelia's voice rang out. "I'm sorry to interrupt."
I pulled back from Mason, feeling my cheeks heat up. It w
