As he worked, he spoke softly. “They’re being so childish, fighting over you in public like that. Don’t they realize they could ruin

your reputation?”

“Yeah, they really are being childish,” I murmured, lost in the feeling of his hands. For some reason, what he said actually made

sense.

Ryan continued, “If this ever happens again, just let it go. Do what you did today–just dip out. That’s the smartest move.”

“Alright,” I replied softly, eyes shut.

“Are you drunk?” Ryan asked, suddenly leaning in close.

I was already leaning back, and when he moved in so close, I instinctively opened my eyes. Our eyes met, and for a moment, I couldn’t breathe.

Ryan’s face was just unfair–young, ridiculously good–looking, like the sun coming up after a long night. He didn’t even have to try; he was just naturally that charming.

I couldn’t look away, totally caught up in staring at him.

His lips were that fresh, dewy rose color, soft and inviting, and when he flashed those perfect white teeth in a little smile, it was honestly impossible not to get drawn in.

By the time I realized he was doing it on purpose, my heart was already pounding, way ahead of my brain or my expression.

is so red,” Ryan teased, checking me out like I

flirty vibe was making me want to run for it, so I squeezed my eyes shut, flustered. “Enough, I’m

down to my

was sweet, like rain–kissed grass, and my whole

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I wasn’t resisting or pushing him away,

too hot. I couldn’t handle it, so I gave him a firm smack

finally straightened up, giving me this totally

you right for pulling that stunt!” I

didn’t match his age. He lowered

if Nathan and I were

as an excuse, hoping it would make Ryan

bit of a falling out,” I said,

this look I couldn’t quite read, his eyes so

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got a little flustered and escaped to the kitchen, pouring myself a glass of water to

consider me?” Ryan asked, not pushing about

met his eyes and said seriously, “Honestly, I just want to put all

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