Chapter 198. Girlfriend

Candice

“But… what about my dad?” I nervously chewed on my lip.

“Aren’t you old enough yet?” he asked, and I just stared at him, confused.

“I’m not sure. But, why me?”

He stepped closer, leaning in so I could feel his warm, minty breath on my face, making my eyes widen a bit. “Because, I like you.”

As I looked at him, my breath hitched, and my heart raced like I was in a race. He held my gaze, leaning in even more, and I instinctively took a step back.

My mind was a mess. Is he really going to kiss me? What if he does? What should I do? Should I kiss him back?

My inner voice said yes, just to forget about Kaden. But my heart screamed no. This didn’t feel right. You should only kiss the one you truly love.

Lincoln moved in closer, his warm breath brushing against my ear, and I could feel my cheeks heating up. He paused, whispering softly, “At least, that’s what I’d like Stephanie to believe.”

All I could manage wa