Chapter 31 : A River of Emotions

Serena POV

I never expected this to happen to me. The kiss from Baird had caught me off guard, leaving me in a whirlwind of emotions. It was the first time I had ever been kissed, and I was struggling to comprehend the significance of it all.

Part of me wanted to confront Baird and demand an explanation, while another part of me was elated by the unexpected intimacy. Did Baird's kiss signify that he might have feelings for me as well, even if just a little bit?

The lingering warmth of his lips on my forehead stayed with me as I mustered the courage to confront him, my voice trembling. "Baird, what did that kiss mean?"

He gazed at me, his expression a mix of seriousness and tenderness. "Serena, I..."

Before he could finish his sentence, Kevin suddenly appeared at the gate, his face showing signs of urgency. "Baird, we need to talk. It's important."

As Baird glanced back at me, I could see the regret evident in his eyes. "We'll talk later," he promised, then turned to follo