Francis' kisses were always gentle and lingering, much like the first impression he gave: a gentleman with a flair for romance.
As Francis held Zoey and kissed her tenderly, perhaps due to his earlier words or her weakened state, she didn't resist as fiercely this time, allowing herself to be swept away by him.
This kiss reminded Zoey of their first kiss, back when everything was simpler.
She had pretended to be drunk at a party, hoping him, her crush would drive her home, giving them more time together.
He did take her home but only revealed that he saw through her ploy once they reached her apartment. He warned her that such behavior could put her in danger, giving unscrupulous men an opportunity.
Embarrassed and flustered by being caught, young Zoey apologized repeatedly, eager to
