“Are you going to the auction?” Elliot asked when we were in the living room.
We’re sitting on the couch, his arm around my shoulders while watching a science fiction movie.
I shook my head. “Mom will be there. I don’t need to go,” I replied, eyes unable to remove from the screen.
Elliot was quiet. Maybe he’s already immersed in the movie too, but then I was wrong because he cleared his throat, making me look at him.
“What?” I asked as I caught him staring at me. He didn’t even flinch when I turned my head to look at him. He really has got guts.
He pursed his lips before leaning down to kiss me on the lips. My eyes widened a little. We have been at this for days, but I still am not able to control and get used to the beating of my heart when he’s being this way.
He chuckled, pu
