EMILY'S POV

I closed my eyes the moment I slammed into him. I was expecting a push or a hard slap but instead, I got a hug.

My brain processed the hug and the familiar cologne. I raised my head to Devin. He looked so worried and just held me tightly against himself.

That instant I felt safe. I didn't feel the need to keep running or hide. Devin was here and I knew he was going to protect my ass.

I held him right and he brushed my hair wet hair away. He raised my face and kissed me under the ...