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.”

rang. The smile on his face

answered.

he plans to announce Quincy as his fiancée the day after

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. Sᴇaʀᴄh

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

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 of notable influence, managed to secure Marcus‘ release, he made sure that Quincy

definitely make an appearance then,”

to object, especially given the fact that Horatio was a respected elder, and traditionally, the Fairchild family was expected to attend any kimificant

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position, he earnestly expressed, “It’s true that the Ingram family and ours maintain close ties, and Horatio is 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, none of these considerations can outweigh

striking Calista’s heart with the

degree of caution. Even his decisions to help her untangle her emotional complexities were made with a hesitancy that suggested fear of

with this intense situation, Calista found herself caught in a maelstrom of conflicting emotions. On one hand, the instinct to push him away fiercely surged through her; on the other, his heartfelt declaration

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

taken by surprise, instinctively held onto her, their presence on the busy street notwithstanding.

as though Calista was intentionally challenging him, enticing him as she deepened the kiss

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

excitement.

Kallum responded, closing his eyes and cradling her hair tenderly, the surrounding crowd, particularly the younger females, couldn’t help

and his gritted teeth, as though he

issues for tomorrow,” she teased,

Kallum’s eyes, his