Chapter 50

As the name slipped from Ethan's lips, Mel's mind raced with questions. How did he know her full name? She had always been known as Mel to everyone around her, except for two people—her friend Maya and her sister Zara. But there was another person, someone she hadn't heard from in a long time, who also knew her full name. The thought sent a shiver down her spine, stirring up a mix of curiosity and apprehension.

Lost in her thoughts, Mel's mind raced with questions about how Ethan had discovered her full name. Before she could make sense of it all, her world was abruptly interrupted as she felt the soft pressure of Ethan's lips against hers. It was an unexpected and surprising kiss, catching her completely off guard. For a brief moment, she was frozen in surprise, her eyes widening in astonishment. It soon became evident that Ethan's kiss was not deliberate but rather a result of his intoxicated state taking control. Their lips remained intertwined for a fleeting moment, leavin