Chapter 113. Knock-Knock

CHARLOTTE

I saw his face turn pale instantly.

My heart raced.

Think of something, you silly!

“Were you thinking of someone else when we kissed?”

My eyes widened. “Leo… no!” I snapped immediately.

He tried to look away, but I caught his face between my palms, forcing him to look at me.

“Maybe they do it better than—”

“That’s not what I meant at all,” I cut him off.

His jaw flexed, and he swallowed hard like he was bracing for impact.

“Well, you said—”

I rose on my toes, brushing my lips softly against his.

Not too much—just enough to make him listen. Just enough to make him meet my eyes.

“You kiss me like you’re afraid I’ll disappear the next minute,” I murmured against his mouth. “Like I’m a dream you’re scared to wake up from.”

His breathing hitched.

“I’m not comparing you to anyone. I’m not thinking about anyone else. I only meant…” I paused, sliding my fingers down his neck, feeling the trem