Josie
I let out a soft sigh, tangled in the warmth of Varen's arms. My skin still tingled where his hands had touched, and my heart was beating like a frantic drum against my ribs. My head spun, not in a bad way, but with a rush of emotions I couldn't quite hold down. There was a strange cocktail of want, guilt, sadness, and something else I wasn't ready to name.
"I feel so good," I whispered, snuggling closer into his chest. "But I'm feeling so many emotions at once… it's making me lightheaded."
Varen shifted, chuckling low as he pressed a gentle kiss to my nose. "Then take your time, Josie. We're not in a rush."
I hesitated, brushing my fingers lightly against his chest. "I want you to take it slowly. I… I don't know if you'd be okay with that."