'Krista…'
The moment their lips pressed against each other, the world seemed to freeze. Time itself slowed as if holding its breath, and the forest's rustling leaves and distant crickets faded into silence.
Everything became still and calmer.
Conrad wasn't even sure why he thought this approach would work, but he felt something shift the moment their connection was made.
Like the soft echo of a bell in an empty chamber.
Whether it was affection or desperation that drove him to kiss her, one thing was clear in his mind.
'…I'm sorry'
"Ummph… Uuummph... Urrghhh..."
Krista's body stiffened, her amber eyes widened in shock, and her hands gripped his arms with enough force that sent waves of pain shooting through his muscles. But Connie didn't pull back, he still pressed on.
