A R I A N A

I kissed him with everything I had all the fear, the anger, the confusion I poured it into that kiss as I wrapped my arms around his neck and jumped, letting him take my full weight.

Dante caught me easily, his strong arms holding me up as he kissed me back just as hard, just as desperate.

We broke apart, both gasping for air.

My heart was beating so fast I thought it would burst.

"I want you," I breathed out, the words feeling both terrifying and ...