Redtail Rise It’s Chemical

She shivered, stepping away with a brief kiss. When her gaze leveled across his vision, Riley sensed the turbulence behind it.

His heart skipped a beat. She wanted to take it back — but he knew there was more there, too.

You could have it all, Riley’s expression twisted with earnest. I’ll help you. He meant it, too. It stung him just as much that day she was turned from the summit, as if she weren’t a good enough candidate for Wealda.

When she pulled in for a kiss he was there to meet her. Insistent. Strong. Holding onto her just a little longer than seconds before. In this moment, he couldn’t believe she had finally touched him in a way he’d longed for months. He pulled away just long enough to hold the burn of her gaze. No take backs. Riley smiled, pulling her close.