Chapter 63
Bella
(Mature Content)
The sound of the door locking snapped me to attention as Ace returned to my side. I took deep breaths, trying to steady my racing heart, while he exuded calmness and composure.
My eyes remained fixed on him as he regarded me with an intense gaze. Slowly, he reached out, his hand brushing against my arm, deftly removing the rubber band that held my hair captive.
He advanced towards me, his movements reminiscent of a predator closing in on its prey, sending my heart into overdrive.
A shiver ran down my spine as his lips met mine fleetingly. He pressed his forehead against mine, his voice a whisper in the charged atmosphere. "If at any moment you want me to stop, just say the word. Don't hesitate, okay?" His words resonated in the room, drowned out onl
