DANGEROUS GAME

As the hour drew to a close, Colton reached out and gently brushed a strand of hair behind Ava's ear. The touch sent shivers down her spine, and she felt a flutter in her chest. Their eyes met, and the past seemed to melt away. Colton's eyes burned with a deep longing, and Ava's heart skipped a beat as she realized her feelings for him were still alive.

In this fleeting moment, Colton's efforts had bridged the gap between them. Ava's icy demeanor had thawed, and she felt a spark of connection reignite. The air was charged with tension, and Colton knew he had taken the first step towards winning her back.

As the moment hung in the air, Colton's face drew closer to Ava's, his eyes locked on hers. He could see the spark of connection, the hint of feelings rekindled. Without thinking, he leaned in, his lips inches from Ava's.

But Ava's instincts took over. She felt a rush of anger and betrayal, remembering the pain Colton had once caused her. Her hand flashed up, and she slapped him acros