He stopped laughing abruptly, moving toward Her. Their lips meet forcefully and He slid his hands inside Her shirt. She leaned back on the couch and He climbed on top as their kissing continued. Her feet hit the popcorn bowl on the table, flinging the kernels all over the carpet floor. He ignored the distraction, shoving his body harder against Her. He pulled something out of his back pocket …

~

And then Chloe was gasping loudly and Alex was shaking her body. Chloe opened her eyes and everything was back to normal. This is crazy. Nightmares during the day?

The bowl was still on the table; Alex’s hands were still holding her and his face was frightened as her breathing settled.

“Chloe.â€? Alex said. “Are you okay?â€?

“I’m fine.â€?

“What happened?â€?

Chloe pushed her nightmare away and focused on Alex’s face. He was just so cute and caring but this … she didn’t want to tell him this too. “Nothing. Daydreaming.â€?

“Your—â€?

“I’m fine. Let’s just watch the movie.â€? She sat back in the couch and stared at the TV.