I haven't been kissed in such a long time, since before I came to the Argents and my parents restricted me from speaking with Tobias. Enough time had passed that I'd forgotten just how wonderful it can feel. Allison feels so warm and safe and there's no reason to resist the urge to lean up against my pillows to kiss Allison again, catching fingers in her hair and moving it away from her face.

"It feels right," I say, looking up at her. Even in the dim light, Allison's eyes catch a glimmer of moonlight in them, filling her with life and beauty. "Doesn't it?"

I'd never thought to consider if I felt that way, but now that Allison's kissed me, it feels as if something's fallen into place.