Aria's POV

I stepped out of the bathroom after what felt like forever, drying my damp hair with a towel. The shower I took was just to cover up for what happened. My heart was still racing a little at the thought.

The embarrassment. The kiss. The way he had looked at me. Blush crept my cheeks, his words lingering in my head.

I shook my head, trying to push the thoughts away. I avoided looking at him, but from the corner of my eye, I could tell he was occupied with something, probably his ...