Mae’s breath trembled the moment Kent pulled her closer again.The space between them had disappeared completely, leaving nothing but warmth, racing heartbeats, and the quiet desperation of two people who had been apart for far too long.Kent kissed her slowly at first, as if savoring every second, every reaction, every soft breath that escaped her lips.Mae’s fingers tightened against his shoulders, her body responding to every gentle touch, every lingering kiss he pressed against her skin.“Kent…” she whispered, her voice already unsteady.He lifted his gaze to her, his hand sliding softly along her waist, holding her close, making sure she felt every ounce of certainty in him.“I’m here,” he murmured.And somehow, those two words made everything feel even more overwhelming.Mae closed her eyes as his lips found her neck again, slower this time, warmer, more deliberate. Every kiss sent shivers through her, making her breathing uneven, making it harder to think.A soft sound escaped
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