Chapter 86 William's Kiss

• Just as I was about to say no to William, his lips were lightly upon mine. It was like two thin wings of a cicada covering my lips, almost so light that I did not feel it. I did not, however, refuse him at once, and because of this the kiss, which had been gentle, began slowly to intensify, his mouth slowly and gently rubbing my lips, and I felt William's fingers lift my chin.
• "William, don't!" My reason finally triumphed over my emotions, just as William was about to take it a step further. I gently pushed him away with my hand.
• "Sorry!" William looked at me with slightly apologetic eyes, "I should have obtained your consent first, but I really can't control how I feel about you!" "