First Kiss
Lex looked into Muri's eyes. They were full of fire. She wasn't joking. She really meant it.
"I dare you to kiss me," she had said.
His hands gripped her waist a little tighter. She looked so soft, so close. Her lips were slightly parted, waiting.
Lex leaned in slowly. Muri didn't move—she watched him, her heart beating fast. When their lips finally touched, it was soft at first. Just a gentle brush. But then…
She pulled him closer.
The kiss deepened.
Lex's hand moved up her back, into her hair, holding her gently but firmly. Muri let out a small, breathy sound against his lips. It sent a warm rush through his whole body. His lips were warm, firm, but careful—as if he was trying not to go too far too fast.
But Muri didn't want careful.
She kissed him harder, standing on her tiptoes, pressing into him. Her body fit against his like they were made for each other. Lex pulled away for just a second, looking into her eyes.
"This is crazy," he said softly.
"I don't care," she whispered. "I've wanted this since the first day."
He smiled, then kissed her again—this time slower, but deeper.
Around them, the party kept going, but they didn't notice anything else.
Only each other.