Chapter 19

Katarina

Jerome stared at me with a hint of shock in his eyes. He hadn't expected such a request from me, and I had no idea I could make such a request either.

"Are you sure?" He asked for clarification purposes, and I nodded shyly. Before I had the chance to breathe, Jerome's lips crashed into mine.

Even though I had expected it, the kiss had been unexpected. There was eagerness in his eyes, but it was gentle, as if he was testing the waters. I closed my eyes, savoring the warmth and the softness of his lips against mine. Time seemed to pause, and the feel of his tongue in my mouth had my body quaking in manners I could not explain.

After what felt like both an eternity and just a fleeting second, he pulled away, his eyes searching mine for any sign of regret or hesitation. I could feel the heat rising to my cheeks as I struggled to find the right words.

"I..I...thank you." I stammered before turning away in embarrassment. I hadn't expected it to be this good, I could still feel th