Her Vengeful Rebirth

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.

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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.”

then, Kallum’s phone rang. The smile

answered.

Marcus? And, he plans to announce Quincy as his

Calista had suddenly been jolted awake from a dream, harshly

Calista mused darkly, a trace of menace flitting across her face despite

found himself inwardly cursing the timing of the disruptive phone call. Quincy, a remarkably resourceful woman, had managed to find ways to leverage her situation even while confined within prison. walls. It was also rumored that Marcus had been incarcerated during the same period. When Horatio, a figure

definitely make an appearance then,” Calista declared decisively.

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an elder whom I respect, but should your quest lead to vengeance, know that I will stand by your side, even if it brings us into conflict with the Ingrams. After all,

heart with the

help her untangle her emotional complexities were made with a hesitancy that suggested fear

hand, the instinct to push him away fiercely surged through her; on the other, his heartfelt declaration pulled her toward an irresistible desire to draw him closer.

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, impromptu and bold, was her way of showing gratitude for the efforts he had

held onto her, their presence on

as though Calista was intentionally challenging him, enticing him as she deepened the kiss with a gentle exploration of her

captured not just by the act of kissing, which was not uncommon, but by the striking allure of the couple themselves. The palpable chemistry and the genuine affection evident in their kiss stirred a flutter of emotions among the onlookers, igniting a

excitement.

tenderly, the surrounding crowd, particularly the younger females, couldn’t help but let out an excited

his gritted teeth, as though he was holding back a

I’m entirely yours, so let’s save some issues for tomorrow,” she teased, her voice light and

in Kallum’s eyes, his previous