Just then, a movement beside him snapped him out of his thoughts.

Skylar stretched and slowly opened her eyes.

At first, a soft smile appeared on Skylar’s lips. But it quickly faded, replaced by shock and disbelief.

“Reece, what happened last night? What did you do to me?!” Skylar’s voice shook with fear, and her eyes widened with confusion as she clutched the comforter to her chest.

Seeing her distress, a wave of remorse hit Reece, and heavy guilt filled his heart.

He couldn’t bring himself to look at her.

“It’s... it’s my first time,” Skylar admitted, tears filling her eyes again.

When Reece saw her cry, his heart softened....