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Chapter 23: Can’t Stay Away from You Anymore

“I know this is wrong, but I just can’t stay away from you anymore.”

I stared up at Professor Bennett in wonder, staring at his perfect lips as they formed the words that I had been dying to hear all semester.

We were alone in the dark again. It was just me and him with just enough light for me to be able to make out his flawless features, from the golden specks in his vibrant green eyes to his firm, but lean body.

I looked up into his eyes, completely confident. “I don’t care what other people think of us,” I said with conviction and I was surprised by how strong my voice sounded. “I just want to be with you.”

Professor Bennett’s answering smile was soft. He closed the gap between us, his hands going to my hips so he could tug me right against his chest. “So, then be with me, Ellie.”