**Chapter 15: Lost in the Moment**

The kiss deepened, their lips moving in perfect sync as they stumbled backward into the elevator. Maya's hands were wrapped around Sean's neck, her fingers tangled in his hair as he pressed her against the wall. The cool metal seemed to seep into her skin, but she barely noticed, lost in the sensation of his mouth on hers. The elevator lurched to life, carrying them upward as they devoured each other. Maya's legs were wrapped around Sean's waist, her heels digging into his back as he held her close. She felt like she was flying, her senses heightened as the world around her melted away. The doors slid open, and Sean swept her into his arms, carrying her down the hallway to her apartment door. Maya fumbled for her keys, her hands shaking as she tried to unlock the door. Sean chuckled, his lips still pressed to hers, and effortlessly took the keys from her hand. With a few swift movements, the door swung open, and he strode inside, Maya still wrapped around him. They stumbled into the living room, Sean's eyes never leaving hers as he kicked the door shut behind them. The room was dimly lit, the only sound the heavy beat of their hearts. Maya felt like she was drowning in Sean's gaze, her entire being focused on the man in front of her. Sean's eyes seemed to burn with an inner fire, his pupils dilated as he took in the sight of her. He set her down on the couch, his hands still wrapped around her waist as he backed away, his gaze roaming over her body. Maya felt a shiver run down her spine as he took in the sight of her, his eyes lingering on the curves of her body. "You are beautiful," he whispered, his voice husky with desire. Maya's cheeks flushed, her heart racing with excitement. She felt a surge of confidence, her body responding to Sean's gaze. She reached out, her hands wrapping around the hem of her dress, pulling it over her head. The fabric rustled to the floor, and Sean's eyes locked onto hers, his gaze burning with intensity. "Take off your shirt," she whispered, her voice barely audible. Sean's eyes flashed with desire, and he pulled his shirt over his head, revealing the chiseled muscles of his chest. Maya's mouth went dry, her heart racing with excitement. She reached out, her fingers tracing the lines of his body, feeling the warmth of his skin beneath her touch. The air was thick with tension, the only sound the heavy beat of their hearts. Maya felt like she was lost in the moment, her entire being focused on the man in front of her. She knew that she was taking a risk, that she was stepping into unknown territory. But she couldn't help herself, drawn to Sean like a moth to a flame. As they stood there, frozen in time, Maya knew that there was no turning back. She was all in, her heart and body surrendering to the man in front of her. And as Sean's eyes locked onto hers, she knew that she was ready to see where this journey would take her.