Unfortunate Scheme

Our eyes met surprise and amusement flickering in Aaron's eyes in that unexpected close encounter.

Without Aaron expecting it, I moved closer, my heart racing as I hesitated for a moment before placing a gentle kiss on his lips. I closed my eyes, savoring the moment as a rush of emotions flooded through me. Feeling excitement and fear, I leaned in and kissed Aaron, the taste of his lips lingering on mine.

As I enjoyed the sweetness of the kiss, Aaron suddenly pulled away, his expression puzzled and questioning. "What are you doing, Ava? What's the meaning of that?" he asked, his voice tinged with uncertainty.

Feeling unspoken emotions pressing down on me, I couldn't hold back any longer. I took a deep breath, my voice trembling as I poured out my feelings. "Aaron, I love you! I really do. I've missed you so much. I've longed for you, and I searched for you. When I heard you had left the country, I was devastated. I couldn't be myself for months, Aaron. I truly love you," I confessed,