Her Rebirth of Retribution

Chapter 352 I Belong To You

As Rainey walked away, Calista watched her for a long time, a subtle smile gracing her lips, indicating a sense of accomplishment.

She felt relieved that Rainey had refrained from using the term "friend" again. Although she had resolved some of her internal conflicts, she still found herself instinctively shying away from forming friendships, a habit that had become second nature over time. Rainey had chosen not to bring up their friendship because she recognized that she and Calista no longer shared the same world. Sitting together at a food truck, Calista seemed somewhat out of place, occasionally displaying a formidable aura that was not typical for a young lady. It was clear that the years had been challenging for Calista, hardening her and honing her edge. She no longer felt the need for friends.

After successfully wrapping up their earlier tasks, Kallum breathed a sigh of relief. Holding Calista's hand, they began to stroll aimlessly.

Kallum was notably more amiable when he was holding her hand. "What would you like for lunch?" he asked gently.

"Let's head back for lunch," Calista suggested.

"Why?" Kallum seemed hopeful for a more romantic seaside lunch or something similar.

Calista shot him a glaring look, "We're sick, remember? Can't you at least act the part? Save your plans for when you're better!"

Kallum, surprisingly pleased by her stern demeanor, replied cheerfully, "All right then, once you're better, it'll just be the two of us going out again."

Calista remained silent, and just then, Kallum's phone rang. The smile on his face vanished as soon as he answered.

"You're telling me Quincy was bailed out by Marcus? And, he plans to announce Quincy as his fiancée the day after tomorrow?"

In that instant, all of Kallum's careful planning and joy dissipated. It felt as if Calista had suddenly been jolted awake from a dream, harshly pulled back to reality.

mused darkly, a trace of menace

to find ways to leverage her situation even while confined within prison walls. It was also

I think we should definitely make

room for debate, and Kallum found no valid grounds to object, especially given the fact that Horatio was a respected elder, and traditionally, the Fairchild family was expected to attend any significant banquets. In the

your quest lead to vengeance, know that I will stand by your side, even if it

striking Calista's heart with

Throughout their relationship,

an exceptional degree of caution. Even his

emotional complexities were

eln

her potential refusal. His unwavering dedication now seemed to mark a profound shift from his previous demeanor, transforming from one extreme

found herself caught in a maelstrom of conflicting emotions. On one hand, the instinct to push him away

moment

from the intensity of the situation, Calista decided to escape in her own unique way. Amidst the bustling crowd on the roadside, she unexpectedly rose on her tiptoes and, under the watchful gaze of the public, pressed her lips to Kallum's. This kiss,

her, their presence

him as she deepened the kiss with a gentle exploration of

around

captured

act of kissing, which was not uncommon, but by the striking allure

palpable chemistry and the

a flutter of emotions among the onlookers, igniting a