I intertwined my fingers with his, feeling a surge of courage as Leo lowered his head. Seizing the moment, I kissed him softly on the lips. His lips felt cool against mine, and our breaths mingled, creating an electric atmosphere that suddenly ignited.

He paused, taking a step back to put some distance between us, his gaze assessing me as if he were weighing his options. “Are you sure you want to use me to get back at him?”