Zoe's POV
The words slipped out of my mouth before I could stop them.
"I don't want you to stop."
They sounded firm. Certain. Like I knew exactly what I was asking for.
But inside me, everything flipped.
My heart raced so hard I was sure he could feel it through my chest. My voice trembled despite my resolve. Heat flooded my cheeks, my ears, my entire body. I was terrified—and exhilarated—at the same time.
It was the truth.
I was enjoying every second with Brandon. Every kiss, every breath, every look he gave me like I was something precious and fragile all at once. I didn't want him to pull away. I didn't want the moment to end.
But fear still curled quietly in my chest.
I had no idea where this would lead. No idea how it would end. No idea what tomorrow would bring—or what the world would take from us next.
The video still haunted me, even as his arms held me close.
