Chapter 1

The beginning streaks of the morning sun streamed through the window to Rey's quarters at the Resistance Base on Ajan Kloss. As soon as the rays hit her face, Rey sat up in her bed and began to get ready for the day. As she was just finishing getting dressed, she felt the familiar pull of the Force bond that connected her to Kylo Ren. He stood before her and Rey couldn't help but admit how handsome he looked. She gazed at him and he returned her gaze, his eyes softening as he looked at her and making her feel warm inside.
"It's nice to see you, Rey," Kylo began, not taking his eyes off of the beautiful woman standing before him. It took every ounce of any control he had not to walk over and grab her and kiss her. His rich voice was always something Rey had to move past because it made her feel warm inside. She kept getting ready for the day as she responded to him.
"As much as I hate to admit it, it's nice to see you too, Ben," she replied, giving a small smile in return that made Kylo's heart flutter. Rey was the only person he would let use his origin name. Hearing it come out of her mouth was a simple joy he savored whenever he was with her. He watched as she stood before him looking at him up and down.
"I see that the rank of Supreme Leader fits you nicely," Rey continued, not taking her eyes off of him. She couldn't help but think how handsome he looked. Of course, he always looked handsome and put together, but today there was an air of confidence about him she found extremely difficult to ignore. She blushed slightly and it didn't escape Kylo's notice, making him smile to himself.
"It's a shame you won't join me. I am in complete control of all the First Order resources. They are at my command and could be at yours. My offer still stands, Rey," he spoke softly as he walked closer to her.
"I've told you, Ben. I will not betray the Resistance or Ben Solo. The conflict in you grows stronger each day, I feel it," she stated, closing the gap between them.
"It's too late for me. I can't return to the Light-" Kylo began.
"Yes, you can! Ben, can't you see the conflict is tearing you apart? I just wish there was a way I could show you how much I care…" Rey shouted out of frustration. They looked at each other as the silent tension built before them. Rey's eyes fell on his lips that were slightly parted and found herself leaning forward towards him. Kylo met her halfway and their lips met for the first time. It was a brief but passionate kiss that showcased all of their feelings for one another that had been left unspoken for so long. Kylo rested his forehead against Rey's and they both sighed deeply. He softly cupped one of her cheeks in his gloved hands.
"Come to me, Rey. Let me show you how much I care for you," he whispered gently. Kylo kissed her forehead and felt Rey shudder beneath him. He was pleased it was out of excitement versus fear. She pressed her hand against his cheek and smiled as she watched him lean into her touch with his eyes closing in contentment.
"Tell me where you are," she whispered back as she kissed his jawline.
"My Star Destroyer is stationed outside Kijimi," Kylo said with a smile, feeling the pull to the Light so strongly that for the first time in a long time he felt like Ben Solo, which didn't scare him at all.
"I'll be there soon," Rey smiled back and kissed him gently before their bond ended. Quickly she grabbed her backpack and packed up everything she would need for her journey. She felt him, felt Ben Solo. Knowing he was so close, Rey felt the resolve flood through her as she walked quickly to her X-Wing and set a course for Kijimi.