Without warning, Dave reached out and gently lifted her chin to look into his eyes.

They stared at each other, and Bianca’s heart raced with that familiar feeling. She couldn’t resist the pull of his eyes, filled with emotion, reflecting her own.

“Dave...” Bianca’s voice was soft, filled with warmth.

Her deep, clear eyes awakened a protective instinct in Dave. He wanted to shield her from all harm, to keep her innocence safe forever.

But...

Furrowing his brow, Dave hesitated for a moment before closing his eyes and leaning in, pressing his lips to hers in a sudden, heartfelt kiss.

Bianca was stunned by the unexpected kiss. She instinctively tried...