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The Kiss Neither Can Forget

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last update Date de publication: 2026-09-24 22:00:00

Lydia wasn’t sure if she was breathing or just pretending to. Her face was buried in her pillow—half hiding, half suffocating herself—as her brain replayed the kiss she had absolutely, completely, stupidly participated in last night.

And by replayed, she meant full HD. Surround sound. Director’s cut.

His hands on her waist.

The warmth of his breath brushing her lips.

The way he looked down at her like she was something he couldn’t stop himself from wanting.
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