Stolen Kiss

The soldier searched the records and informed Harriet, ‘The second volume was signed out by General Sheppard two days ago. If you need it urgently, you can ask him directly.’ Harriet clenched her jaw. Frustration welled up within her. Dylan had become her nemesis, and their encounters were invariably troublesome. Harriet considered whether to request the documents from him. In the grand scheme of things, her personal grudge against Dylan mattered less than the bigger military issues Elias and his comrades were dealing with. Steeling herself, Harriet decided to visit Dylan’s office. She knocked on the door. ‘Come in.’ As Harriet entered, she couldn’t help but notice Dylan’s calm, almost beguiling demeanour. His eyes were as serene as a tranquil lake, and the mole beneath his right eye added to his captivating appearance. He exuded an air of danger and allure, like a devil of the night. His angular face had an enticing charm, and his eyes seemed to penetrate hers. The slight lift at the