**Chapter 12: Crossed Lines**

Crossed Lines As we stood outside the restaurant, the cool night air swirling around us, I knew I had to make a decision. I could play it safe, or I could take a chance and see where things might go with Lex. The thought sent a thrill through me, and I couldn't help but wonder what the night might hold. I turned to her, my eyes locking onto hers, and smiled. "Why don't I drive you home?" I suggested, trying to sound casual. Lex's eyes sparkled with amusement. "That's not necessary," she said, "I can call a taxi." I shook my head. "No, no, it's on me," I insisted, already knowing that I wanted to spend more time with her. "Besides, I want to make sure you get home safely." She raised an eyebrow, a hint of a smile playing on her lips. "Okay, fine," she said, "but just to my doorstep, and then I'm out of here." I grinned, feeling a sense of relief. "Deal," I said, holding out my arm for her to take. As we walked to my car, parked a few blocks away, the tension between us was palpable. I couldn't help but steal glances at Lex, her hips swaying gently as she walked beside me. We reached the car, and I opened the door for her, gesturing for her to get in. As she slid into the back seat, I couldn't help but follow her in, my body pressed against hers. The intimacy of the confined space was almost overwhelming, and I felt my heart racing in my chest. Without thinking, I reached out and brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, my fingers grazing her skin. Lex's eyes fluttered closed, and she leaned into my touch, her lips parting slightly. I felt a rush of desire, and before I knew it, I was leaning in, my lips meeting hers in a soft, gentle kiss. It was like a dam had burst, and I couldn't help but deepen the kiss, my tongue tangling with hers. As we broke apart for air, Lex's eyes sparkled with surprise, but also with desire. I reached out, my hand grazing her thigh, and then, without thinking, I cupped a hand full of her ass, pulling her closer. She gasped, her eyes flying open, but instead of pushing me away, she leaned into my touch, her body pressing against mine. The back seat of my car had suddenly become a forbidden zone, but I couldn't help myself. I was crossed the line, and there was no going back.