Ava’s POV:

I'm about to move when Leo steps toward me. I stay still, watching him.

Before I can think it through, I rise on my tiptoes and press my lips to his, catching him by surprise. He freezes for a moment, then closes the gap between us, his hands finding my waist.

His tongue slips into my mouth, and I let him in. My body has its own agenda - it wants Leo. Our tongues dance, fighting for control. He guides me back against the wall near the ...