#Chapter 61: Regretted Words

Celeste “I’ve thought about it, and... I want to be your girlfriend,” I blurted out, immediately regretting the decision. I couldn’t believe myself. Every fiber of logic, every sensible voice in my head had warned against it. Yet, in the midst of the adrenaline and the rush of the night, I found myself uttering words I hadn’t planned on saying. “Really…?” Matt asked, his eyes widening. I nodded slowly, swallowing. “Yes,” I said quietly. “I… I like you. I’d like to try being your girlfriend.” For a moment, there was silence. And then Matt broke into a wide grin, his eyes gleaming with mischief and joy. Without a word, he closed the gap between us, wrapped his arms around me, and lifted me off the ground, spinning around as I let out a surprised yelp. The world became a blur of green and silver, the cool night air rushing past us. Setting me down gently, his hands cupped my face, and before I could react, he pressed his lips to mine. The kiss was soft, lingering,