Chapter 51

• Andrew felt a mixture of emotions as he heard Emerald say his name. It was a feeling he both loathed and cherished. Being swept off his feet by someone he had just met felt reckless, yet holding her in his arms and tasting her lips filled him with an unexpected delight.
• He chuckled softly as he slowed his pace, savoring the memory of Emerald calling his first name. For the first time since embarking on a new chapter in his life, Andrew didn't second-guess his decision to seek a fresh start. Despite the risks, meeting Emerald seemed fortuitous, even if it meant a potential threat to her safety.
• Caught in his thoughts, Andrew groaned as reality sunk in, realizing someone might have seen them during that heated encounter—a moment he almost took further. He scanned the surrounding classrooms, considering how he'd handle the situation if it arose.