Nyala I was taken aback by the sudden intensity of his kiss, but my shock quickly gave way to a rush of desire. His lips moved against mine with fervor, and I couldn't help but respond, my hands sliding up to his shoulders. Time seemed to stand still as our kiss deepened, and I felt a connection with Alastair that I hadn't expected. It was as if the world outside that room had ceased to exist, and all that mattered was this forbidden moment. But as quickly as it had begun, Alastair pulled away, his breathing heavy. Our eyes met, and in that brief, charged moment, I could see the turmoil in his expression. Something unspoken passed between us. He stepped back, his voice a low, strained whisper. "I shouldn't have done that." Before I could respond, he turned and left the room, leaving m