Simmering Desire

Stella

“Hey. Looking for a sous chef tonight?”

Vance’s unexpected presence in the kitchen startles me, and my heart skips a beat as I turn to face him.

For a moment, we just look at each other. His easy smile and the mischievous glint in his eyes make my cheeks flush with warmth. The proximity between us feels electric, and I can’t help but wonder if he can sense the rapid beating of my heart.