Hollow Grounds

Kiss

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The masquerade ball's opulent invitations had been circulating for weeks, teasing the town's elite with promises of mystery and allure.

Luna's thoughts drifted to Jasper, wondering if he'd attend. As she prepared for the ball, Luna's excitement grew.

A knock on her door interrupted her reverie.

"Mother, I'm almost ready," Luna called.

But it was Madina, holding a exquisite mask.

"Try this one," Madina said, her eyes sparkling. "It suits your mood."

Luna's gaze met Madina's.

"What do you know?"

Madina smiled.

"Only that Jasper will be there tonight. And he's not the only one with secrets."

Luna's heart quickened.

As she donned the mask, a shiver ran down her spine. The night promised revelations, and Luna was ready.

At the ball, masked figures swirled, laughter and music filling the air.

Luna's eyes scanned the crowd, searching for Jasper.

Luna twirled across the ballroom, her mask glinting under the chandeliers.

But despite the vibrant music and colorful attire, her heart felt hollow.

Jasper was nowhere to be found.

As the night wore on, Luna's disappointment deepened.

She excused herself from her latest dance partner, seeking refuge in the garden's cool night air.

The moon cast an ethereal glow on the paths and hedges.

Luna wandered, her thoughts drifting to Jasper. Why hadn't he come?

As she turned a corner, a familiar figure caught her eye.

Jasper sat on a bench, staring into the darkness.

Just like their first meeting, when he'd returned.

Luna's heart skipped a beat.

She approached, her footsteps quiet on the gravel.

Jasper didn't stir.

"Luna," he said, his voice low, without turning.

"How did you know?" she asked, settling beside him.

"I sensed it," he replied, his gaze still fixed ahead.

The silence between them was heavy.

"Why didn't you come to the ball?" Luna asked.

Jasper's shoulders shifted.

"I couldn't face it. The pretenses. The lies."

Luna's hand found his.

"What's troubling you?"

Jasper's eyes finally met hers.

"Everything. Nothing. You."

Luna's breath caught. "Me?"

Jasper's gaze burned.

Jasper's eyes locked onto Luna's, his gaze burning with desire. But as he leaned in, his face inches from hers, he hesitated.

A flicker of self-control sparked within him.

With a sudden movement, Jasper broke away.

"I should go," he muttered, his voice strained.

Luna's hand shot out, grasping his wrist.

"Wait," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.

Jasper's eyes flashed with warning.

"Luna, I—"

"Don't go," she interrupted, her grip tightening.

Jasper's jaw clenched.

"You're not safe around me," he growled.
" who is?"Luna's eyes searched his. "What's holding you back?"

Jasper's laugh was bitter.

"Myself. The darkness within." Luna's fingers intertwined with his.

"You're not alone, Jasper."

His gaze dropped to their joined hands.For a moment, they simply breathed. Then, Jasper's eyes snapped back to hers.

"Luna, listen—"

But Luna's lips brushed against his.

A spark ignited.

Jasper's resolve shattered.

He deepened the kiss, his arms wrapping around her. The world around them melted away.

Luna's lips brush against Jasper's, a soft, gentle touch that sends shivers down his spine. It's a subconscious decision, one that surprises even herself. But as their lips meet, she knows it's right.

Jasper's eyes flutter closed, his hands rising to cradle her face. He deepens the kiss, his lips moving in perfect sync with hers. Luna feels herself melting into him, their hearts beating as one.

The world around them fades away, leaving only the two of them, lost in the passion of their kiss. It's like nothing Luna has ever experienced before.

As they break apart for air, Jasper's eyes lock onto hers, his gaze burning with desire. "Luna," he whispers, his voice husky with emotion.

Luna's heart skips a beat. She knows she's crossed a line, but she can't help herself. She's drawn to Jasper like a gentle soul drawn to the comforting solace of a wild and crackling fire.

"Jasper," she whispers back, her voice barely audible.

Jasper's eyes flash with triumph, then burn with desire. He pulls her in again, their lips meeting in a kiss that leaves them both breathless.

He draws back, Luna's eyes widen. " what's wrong?"  his gaze lingers over her shoulder into darkness where he spots a figure. A very familiar figure- the Queen.
They are in for a surprise....