Beneath The Facade
He tilts his head slightly, concern etched on his face.
"No," I breathe, raking my fingers through my hair and exhaling sharply.
A thoughtful look crosses Xavier's face as he watches me. "Do you like him, Hermione?"
I glower, my anger and frustration boiling over. "No."
"You're denying it. Your face is flushed. He definitely kissed you," he gestures to my mouth. "That's why you're like this."
I pinch my lips together, feeling a wave of heat wash over my face. It wasn't even a real kiss – just a fleeting brush of his lips against mine. Yet, my lips tingle, and I inhale shakily, tasting the beer flavor and scent on my tongue.
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