Vladimir rested his forehead on hers, his thumb gently caressing her cheeks. He was waiting for Athena's go signal.
'Will she allow me to kiss her?' He waited patiently, his eyes filled with anticipation.
Letting him kiss her would give him reassurance that he held a place in her heart. That's what he badly needed right now since he was threatened by Dominique's presence.
Meanwhile, Athena was still assessing her feelings toward Vladimir.
'Am I ready to open my heart and love someone again? Should I take the risk and give love another chance?' Athena asked herself inwardly.
After a few seconds, she finally made up her mind. She nodded her head, smiling shyly at Vladimir.
Vladimir blinked several times. 'Wait. Did she just say yes? Is she giving me a go signal?'
"Athena? Is that your answer?" He asked her again for confirmation.
Athena bit her lower lip before bobbing her head.
"Yes. V. You can… kiss me…"
