Chapter 109

　　Celeste's eyes remained fixed on the man standing before her, her lips still tingling from the lingering sensation of the kiss. 　　She could still sense the soft and firm touch of Jeremy's lips on her own, and the slight prickliness of his stubble on her cheek. And the air she breathed in was heavy with his musky scent. 　　The kiss had been so real, so intense. Celeste found herself holding her breath, afraid that the slightest movement might break the spell. She squinted slightly, allowing herself to get lost in the moment, basking in the raw emotion and desire that had been stirred up within her. 　　"I miss you so much, Cel," Jeremy whispered, his voice husky. Even as he spoke, Celeste could hear the traces of passion and desire that lingered from their kiss, sending shivers down her spine. 　　Even his voice felt so real. 　　It was all so vivid, so real. 　　She stared at Jeremy, her heart racing as she tried to process the flood of emotions that were surging through her. Then she realize