Standing on the beach with Adam's arms around me, I could sense his excitement at having me this close. I wrapped my arms around his neck and deepened the kiss, but I was the one to pull back first.
“Slow down,” I urged, my voice steady but laced with a hint of apprehension.
“What do you mean?” he asked, a frown creasing his forehead as he leaned in closer, trying to decipher my unease.
“I don’t want to rush things, not like we did last time,” I replied, my gaze drifting to the ground, where the fading sunlight cast long shadows on the pavement.
He took a deep breath, his expression softening as he placed a reassuring hand on my shoulder. “We can take as much time as you need. I promise I won’t force you into anything you're not ready for,” he said, his tone earnest.
I met his gaze,
