The Uber ride had been quiet for the most part, save for the occasional hum of the radio. But as the city lights flickered past, casting a soft glow inside the car, the silence between you and Simon felt louder than anything else. Your body was tense, heart racing from the night’s unspoken tension.

Simon’s arm brushed yours again, this time deliberate. You glanced at him, catching the dark look in his eyes, a smirk tugging at the corner of his lips. He leaned in slightly, voice low and teasing, “You’ve been acting all cool tonight. Like you didn’t notice.”

You raised an eyebrow, playing along with the game. “Notice what?”

His hand slid up your thigh just enough to send a shiver through your body, his voice rough, “This.”

You swallowed hard, trying to keep your cool despite the heat surging through you. “You’re imagining things, Simon.”

His smirk widened, clearly enjoying the effect he had on you. He tilted his head slightly, eyes narrowing playfully, “Am I now?”

Before you could respond, his hand gripped your thigh more firmly, and your breath hitched involuntarily. You could feel the temperature rising, and the tension between you was almost unbearable. You shifted in your seat, attempting to regain composure, but Simon wasn’t letting you off the hook that easily.

“Don’t pretend you don’t want this,” he whispered, his lips grazing your ear.

You bit your lip, glancing up at the driver, who was still oblivious to the charged atmosphere behind him. You turned back to Simon, your voice teasing but with a hint of challenge. “In a car? Really?”

Simon’s eyes darkened further, clearly not deterred. He leaned in closer, his lips brushing yours as he murmured, “Can’t wait till we’re home.”

Your pulse quickened, and before you could think twice, you closed the distance between you, crashing your lips against his. The kiss was urgent, filled with the pent-up desire from the entire night. You could feel the heat between you both as his hands roamed your body, pulling you closer.

“You’re trouble,” He chuckled.