He carried her to the bed and gently laid her down.
Aria’s heart was racing, her breath uneven as she looked up at him.
Ryan didn’t say anything.
He just leaned down and continued kissing her slowly.
This time, the kiss was deeper… softer… more intense, like a silent plea for closeness, drawing her further into him.
Aria’s fingers tightened around his shirt as she closed her eyes. Everything felt overwhelming. New.
Ryan’s hands moved carefully, slowly removing her clothes while his lips never left hers for long. Each touch was unhurried. Intentional.
Aria felt her heart beating faster w