CHAPTER FORTY SEVEN

Katherine's Pov

The chilly night air enveloped the dense woods, casting an ethereal ambiance over the surroundings.

Moonlight filtered through the towering trees, casting delicate shadows on the forest floor.

Underneath the canopy, I and Keith found ourselves sitting side by side, our breaths visible in the crisp air. Silence hung between us as if the weight of unspoken words lingered in the atmosphere.

My gaze wandered, my eyes fixed on Keith's lips. A mixture of curiosity and longing danced in my eyes, and a question formed on my lips.

I said, my voice barely heard above the rustling leaves and midnight woodland sounds,

"Can I kiss you?"

Keith's thoughts were filled with a flurry of different feelings as his heart skipped a beat.

Caught off guard by my sudden question, he found himself momentarily lost for words. His eyes met mine, searching for understanding, but the weight of uncertainty kept him silent.

Time seemed to stand still as we sat there, our eyes locked in a silent