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.

“Caden, I’m ready to give you my answer.”

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

brushed against his ear as I breathed, “My answer is … I accept.” My voice was barely more than a whisper, but the meaning behind it was clear. “For the rest of my life, I want to be

before meeting his eyes, my voice steady as I added, “No matter life

of smiles before he murmu d, “Rosaline… I’ve been waiting for this answer for so long.” And then, without another word, he

… ” he whispered against my lips, his

a passionate embrace, the world

had ever made my heart race like this before.

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159 A Kiss to Seal

Not danger. Only him.

Freya’s voice echoed in

or not he’s my destined mate… I don’t care

Caden’s heart

anyone stand

Tessa ever came back, I

would fight for his heart until

happy for you,” Freya said, her voice warm

above the endless sky, Caden and I kissed, oblivious to everything else.

my fear. I forgot the uncertainty of whether we would live

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breath, letting go of all the negativity that had weighed on me. At that moment, there was nothing but romance–pure and breathtaking.

to slip away as we clung to each other. Finally,

happiest man alive.” Caden rested his forehead against mine, his

rushing to my ears. My body felt weak as I leaned

my fear of Tessa’s lingering presence in his heart hold me back

brave enough to face my feelings

we still had time–before we were

reality of our predicament weighed down on me

around Caden, I finally forced

horizon, where I

the way the light reflected…

what do we do now?” I asked,