#Chapter 53: Childish Things

Ella POV Alexander used his grip on my cheek to guide me gently into a more comfortable position, allowing him better access. The press of his lips was soft yet firm, and my heart began to race, the effect of the kiss more powerful than I could have anticipated. This didn’t feel like the fake kiss we had shared before—the one Alexander had used to test me. No, this was different. Just as that thought crossed my mind, Alexander pulled away. I blinked owlishly up at him, confusion etched clearly across my face. Alexander leaned back in his seat, a stunned look on his face as he watched me. It took a moment for me to shake off the effects of the kiss. Abruptly, I stood and walked to the back of the box, where the food and drinks were laid out. I grabbed a cold drink from the cooler, taking my time to open it. I needed a moment to gather myself. My imagination must have been getting the better of me; there was no way that kiss meant anything to Alexand