Lust and Control 4
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**Chapter 4: The First Step** The
following week, Ava found herself
standing in front of a gallery
showcasing local artists. It was a
space she had frequented many times,
but this time felt different. This time,
she was there for Ethan. As she
wandered through the exhibit, she
spotted him across the room, deep in
conversation with another artist. The way he animatedly gestured
with his hands, his face lit up with
passion, made her heart flutter. She
felt a rush of excitement as she
approached him, her nerves tingling
with anticipation. “Hey,” she said,
trying to sound casual, but the warmth
in her cheeks betrayed her. Ethan
turned, his eyes sparkling as they met
hers. “Ava! I'm glad you came.” He
stepped away from the artist and
closed the distance between them, his
presence enveloping her like a warm
embrace. “I wouldn't miss it,” she
replied, her confidence growing as
they moved through the gallery
together. They discussed the pieces on
display, their opinions intertwining like
the vibrant colors around them. As
they reached a particularly striking
painting—a swirling mix of blues and
golds—Ethan paused, turning to her
with an intensity that made her pulse
quicken. “What do you see?” he asked,
his voice low and inviting. Ava studied
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