Axel holds his hand out to me, and I reluctantly accept. He helps me climb back inside, and we proceed to head upstairs through the castle. When we arrive at the bedroom, we stop in front of the door. Axel unlocks the door with a key, and we enter the room. I glance around cautiously, searching for anything suspicious. However, nothing catches my eye. After closing the door, I turn my attention back to Axel. Before I have time to question him about the girl, he walks over to me, grabs me and places his lips onto mine.

As I deepen the kiss, I wrap my arms around Axel's neck,...