Viviana's POV:

"If you let me kiss you, I'll tell you."

It was deliberate on my part, of course. On one hand, I hoped to lighten the mood; on the other, it was an honest reflection of what I truly wanted. The moment Nolan came near me, an urge for physical closeness overwhelmed me—a reaction that felt as natural as breathing, almost instinctual.

"Viviana!" Nolan shot me a sharp, reproachful look.

I shrugged nonchalantly. "Fine, I'll take ...