THE ART OF FALLING
he asked softly, his voice barely above the breeze.
“Now…” she whispered back, her fingers tightening around his. “I still fall. Every day.”
And with that, he leaned in, kissing her like it was the first time. And maybe it truly was. Not rushed. Not fiery or desperate. Not about lust, confusion, or proving anything. This kiss was calm, steady, and deliberate—the kind that promised safety, trust, and a shared future. His hand cupped her cheek, tilting her face to his, while hers rested lightly on his chest, feeling the steady beat of a heart she now knew belonged to her.