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ryder felt a sense of relief once aria admitted those words as well. he had always known there was something more between the two, but with how complicated things were, he didn't want to step on anyone's toes. he couldn't hold back anymore, though, and didn't care what the consequences were. the only thing on his mind in that moment was how badly he wanted to feel his lips against hers, to know what that was like. without any follow-up words, he didn't hesitate to pull her in, hands firmly wrapped around her waist before leaning down to let his lips crash against hers, closing his eyes to fully take in the moment. pulling away for a just a second, he whispered against hers, "is that what you wanted?" / @luriddaze














