As the woman vanished into the shadows, Aria felt Elijah's hand brush against hers. The touch sent shivers down her spine, and she couldn't help but wonder if he felt the same spark.
They walked in silence, the only sound being the rustling of leaves beneath their feet. The moon cast an ethereal glow, illuminating the path ahead and casting a silver glow on Elijah's chiseled features.
Aria's heart raced as Elijah's eyes locked onto hers, his gaze burning with intensity. She felt like he could see right through to her soul.
"Elijah," she whispered, her voice barely audible.
He turned to her, his face inches from hers. "Aria, I know we've been forbidden to love, but I can't help how I feel. You're the light in my darkness, the air I breathe."
Aria's heart skipped a beat. "I feel it too, Elijah. I love the way you make me feel, the way you look at me like I'm the only person in the world."
Without another word, Elijah pulled her close, his lips crashing against hers in a passionate kiss. The world around them melted away, leaving only the two of them, lost in their love.
Aria felt like she was drowning in his embrace, but she didn't want to be saved. She wanted to be consumed by him, to be lost in his love forever.
As they broke apart for air, Aria smiled, her heart full. "I love you, Elijah."
"I love you too, Aria," he whispered, his voice filled with conviction. "I'll never let you go, no matter what dangers lie ahead."
Their lips met again, and Aria felt like she was home. She knew that she would follow Elijah into the depths of darkness, as long as he was by her side.
They stood there for what felt like an eternity, lost in their love, their hearts beating as one.
Finally, Elijah pulled back, his eyes burning with desire. "Aria, I want to be with you, to feel your skin against mine, to taste your lips forever."
Aria's heart raced as she nodded, her voice barely above a whisper. "I want that too, Elijah."
And with that, they sealed their fate, their love strong enough to conquer all, no matter what lay ahead.