Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 159 A Kiss to Seal Our Fate

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“No, we won’t,” Caden said, his tight, protective embrace making me feel like the most precious thing in the

world.

“Really?” I nestled into Caden’s chest, my arms wrapping around his neck. His comforting presence gradually eased the fear and panic that had gripped my heart.

Caden lowered his gaze, looking at me deeply. His voice was steady, filled with certainty. “Trust me.”

I nodded firmly. “Alright.”

Together, we continued our slow descent from the sky.

I pressed against his chest.

I could even hear the strong, steady rhythm of his heartbeat.

Memories surged through my mind like a flood.

Caden had always protected me, always thrown himself into danger for my sake.

Time and again, he had told me, “Rosaline, don’t be afraid. I will protect you.”

He had told me, “Rosaline, I’m pursuing you. Right now, the woman I want to spend my life with–is you.”

I looked up at the man holding me tightly.

His strikingly handsome face, flawless skin, chiseled features, and deep black eyes … Even in the midst of danger, he exuded confidence and regality, like a king born to rule.

And in that moment, an unfamiliar yet undeniable feeling spread through me, overwhelming and electric.

My heart pounded faster and faster.

I closed my eyes briefly. When I opened them again, my decision was made.

whispered, “Caden, I’m ready

slightly, his gaze locked onto mine, filled with anticipation and a hint of nervousness. “What’s your answer?”

more than a whisper, but the meaning behind it was

for a moment before meeting his eyes, my voice steady as I added, “No

curled into the faintest of smiles before he murmu d, “Rosaline… I’ve

whispered against my lips, his voice laced

clung to each other, locked in a passionate embrace, the world around us

ever made my heart race like

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to Seal Our

danger. Only

feel it.” Freya’s voice echoed in my mind, filled

mate… I don’t care

Caden’s heart still belonged to Tessa…

anything or anyone stand between

back, I wouldn’t back down.

heart until it belonged solely to me.

for you,” Freya said, her

so, high above the endless sky, Caden and I kissed, oblivious to

forgot my fear. I forgot the uncertainty of

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of all the negativity that had weighed on me. At that moment, there was nothing

to slip away as we clung to each other.

rested his forehead against mine, his lips curving into a soft

ears. My body felt weak as I leaned into his embrace,

I had let my fear of Tessa’s lingering presence

brave enough

a chance with Caden when we still had time–before we were thrown

weighed

arms around Caden, I finally forced myself to look down.

us stretched an endless horizon, where I couldn’t distinguish

judging by the way the light reflected… it

now?” I asked,