The room was drenched in darkness, illuminated only by the soft glow of a single warm lamp. A gentle breeze slipped through the half-open window, making the curtains sway lazily. Her heart pounded as she stepped closer ,bent half down and grabbed his shirt collar. With a sharp tug, she pulled him to his feet. The moment he stood, his towering frame shadowed her completely. Refusing to be intimidated, she rose onto her tiptoes, her trembling breath brushing against his jaw.

Their faces were dangerously close. His dark eyes lingered on her lips while his hand slowly found her waist. The air between them grew heavier, charged with tension neither of them could ignore.