Mason lowered his head and Malia felt every cell in her body spike with anticipation. She knew that his kiss was what she needed right then and there and she held her breath for it. When his lips brushed hers it was not with the fiery intensity that she had expected, like they had so many times before, but rather with a gentle flourish. This kiss was special. The others were too, don’t get me wrong, but this one was more about assurance and love.
Malia felt her heart skip a beat at the feeling. Knowing that he wanted her was one thing, but feeling the love he held for her was completely different. She couldn’t explain how she could feel the difference, she just felt it in her bones, it was as if the love he had was poured into their connection and wrapped itself lik
