ARTEMIS POV

I trailed off as I noticed his eyes darkening but for a brief second, one I wouldn't notice if he wasn't sitting so close to me.

“What I mean to say is, why exactly are you helping me despite knowing I'm in love with your brother?” I asked, cupping the cup in my hands.

For a moment, we just stared at each other.

Then, without thinking, Kane's lips brushed against mine.

Soft. Gentle. As if seeking permission.

‘Don't do it woman!’ The last shred of willful dignity screamed at me. Of course I knew I shouldn't be doing this, not after Aidan, but my body seemed to have...