"You're so beautiful, Sophie!" Lucas was breathless when we stopped kissing.

I didn't know why I kissed him, but it didn't feel wrong. For a moment, I even considered taking things further.

The instant that thought crossed my mind, I froze. ‘Was this really me? Having such thoughts about a man I'd only known for a while! Oh, my God!’

I couldn't let myself think about it anymore, so I pushed him away, making up an excuse, "I need… I think I need to ...