Chapter 263. Adore

Lexcis Aeden

She smiles—actually, she laughs. It is loud and surprising. I'm not sure what I anticipated her to say or do, but it was certainly not this.

"Okay, you don't have to laugh. Simply mention what you want, and we will forget about it," I say, trying to ease the tension. She gives me a playful shove before responding.

"I know you hate-"

"Do you love me?" She inquires, sounding confused. She chuckles again before continuing.

"No, I adore you," she admits, her eyes sparkling with sincerity. “Not the other way around. I've been holding it in for so long because I was afraid you'd hate me for it. But Lexcis, I—"

I take a big stride towards her, and she meets me halfway. I smash my lips on hers, wanting nothing more than to be with her in this way forever.

The kiss is intense yet still delicate. I trace my fingertips over her delicate cheeks, and she responds with a gentle