BRIANNA'S POV

His lips came closer to mine. I froze, my heart pounding against my chest. It felt so weird and made me lose my composure.

Bile gathered in my throat. It was thick and left me sick with anxiety. What if the door suddenly opens and...

Before I could get the words out, Ares planted a kiss on my lips. It was moist and sent goosebumps through me.

My whole body reverberated, and for the next few seconds, I was a clown of myself.

“Hey!” Ares called, gently shaking me when I wouldn't open my eyes.

When I eventually did, the bright light left me uncomfortable. I squinted for...