Chapter 474:

A sudden wave of fragility washed over her, reminding her of the precarious balance of their relationship. The intensity of pleasure could create the illusion of closeness, yet beneath it lay an undeniable fragility she couldn’t ignore.

Out of nowhere, a question tumbled from her lips, soft and searching. “Have you ever lied to me about anything?” Her tone held no accusation, only a quiet yearning for reassurance amid the torrent of emotion.

Kristopher froze. The recent lie he had told echoed in his mind. His heart skipped a beat as he nervously responded, “No.”

The night unfolded into a symphony of delicate affection, leaving Carrie enveloped in a fatigue so profound that sleep claimed her without contest.

Awaking the following morning, she was greeted by a notification on her phone: a WhatsApp message from Ailyn outlining the specifics of their upcoming reunion. Ailyn’s message also carried a “considerate” reminder.

just let me

eyes veiled by the tranquility of sleep, shifted beside her and extended a lazy arm

drowsiness, floated through the air. “Who’s got

fluttered against her ear, coaxing an involuntary shiver and a playful attempt

at a reunion,” she replied, turning off her phone with

the pillow. Even with his eyes closed, Kristopher’s presence was less daunting, his features softened

gently tapped his

embrace.

one ear and settled more comfortably against him. “It’s the day after tomorrow. Would you like to come with

and inviting, as his voice, deep and sonorous like a well-tuned cello, enveloped her in its timbre. “Do you want me

his cheeks, Carrie beamed at him. “Isn’t this an invitation

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