Chapters tagged slow burn

by ErosApostasia

Chapter 1

Park Ranger Ashley Lockhead steps through a break in the bushes, her eyes widening as she spots me by the creek. She brushes a stray leaf off her shoulder and removes her Ranger hat in one smooth motion. A bright, bubbly smile spreads across her face—not authoritative at all, jus...

by ErosApostasia

Chapter 2

**Continued from chapter 1:** "Are you an explorer, Ero?" she asks. "Or maybe a traveler?" "I'm a wanderer," I tell her, meeting her gaze steadily. "And I do like to get lost. I would appreciate some company, if you want to go exploring. I wouldn't mind having an experienced Ra...

by ErosApostasia

Chapter 3

**Continued from chapter 2:** Ashley's eyes widen slightly at my shy admission, a pretty blush coloring her own cheeks. She sits back slightly, giving me a moment to breathe, though her gaze never leaves my face. There's a flicker of something deeper in her eyes—intrigue, perhap...