KAI’S POV

I had been too blinded by emotions to close the gap between us. The kiss had been reckless.

My lips barely brushed her soft ones, but it was enough to send heat through my entire body. The moment I tasted her natural flavor from those pink plump lips, the pain and exhaustion from Elara’s attack all disappeared, leaving only the softness of Selena’s skin against mine.

But the kiss was over almost as soon as it began. Selena didn’t pull away, nor did she kiss me back either. ...