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 to

his hold on me slightly, his gaze locked onto mine, filled with anticipation and a hint

My voice was barely more than a whisper,

paused for a moment before meeting his eyes, my voice steady as

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

” he whispered against my lips, his voice

clung to each other, locked in a passionate embrace,

heart

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159 A Kiss to

Not danger. Only

in love. I can feel it.” Freya’s voice

mate… I don’t care anymore,” I admitted.

of Caden’s heart still belonged to

wouldn’t let anything or anyone stand between

Tessa ever came back, I

for his heart until it belonged solely to

happy for you,” Freya said,

sky, Caden and I

forgot my fear. I forgot the uncertainty of whether we

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

we clung to each other. Finally, breathless,

the happiest man alive.” Caden rested his forehead against mine, his lips curving into a

felt weak as I leaned into his embrace, seeking the warmth

have told him sooner. I had let my fear of Tessa’s lingering presence in his heart hold me back for

been brave enough to

Caden when we still

of our predicament weighed down on me

around Caden, I finally forced myself to

an endless horizon, where I couldn’t distinguish land from

way the light reflected… it was most likely

I asked, worry creeping into my