Lopez froze. Her eyes widened like they were going to pop out of their sockets. Her mind was racing rapidly. The kiss caught her by surprise. His lips were warm, but she could feel the desperation behind it.

Slowly, she began to respond, her hands coming up to rest on his shoulders. They then moved to the back of his head. Adrian tried to pull away, but her hand stopped him, and the kissing continued.

When they finally pulled apart, his eyes searched hers.

“Thank you,” he whispered, his voice hoarse.

“For everything.”

Lopez still hadn’t regained her balance. Embarrassment flushed through her. She stood up immediately.

“I…I think…maybe I...