Chapter 372 372: What do you think

"That was an impulsive move, though," Gabriel sighed.

Eveline realized she might have been better off handling things more carefully. But the doubts swirling in her mind wouldn't let her rest, pushing her to address the situation head-on instead.

"Now, don't overthink it. We'll find a way to confirm everything," Gabriel reassured her, quickly picking up on her silence. He knew her all too well—her tendency to overanalyze had always concerned him. She would bury herself in thoughts until they started affecting her mood and behavior.

Eveline pouted. "I won't."

Gabriel chuckled, already picturing the expression on her face—one he found utterly adorable.

The two continued talking for a while before saying their goodbyes. After hanging up, Eveline headed to the bathroom for a quick shower.

***

[Kaden's Place]

"It's strange when Eveline calls me 'Aunt.' The word feels so foreign—it actually makes me blush," Sherlyn muttered, recalling their recent visit to the Miller house. She had enjoyed spending time with Erna and Eveline, getting to know them better.

Kaden raised an eyebrow. "Was that a good thing, or did it embarrass you?" he asked, his gaze locking onto her with curiosity.

Sherlyn noticed the expectant glint in his eyes—he was waiting for her to ease his doubts.

"You know I'm too young to be called 'Aunt,'" she said, watching his expression shift from curiosity to mild annoyance.

"And you think I'm too old to be called 'Uncle'?"

Sherlyn could tell Kaden was irked by her words, the tension in his stance confirming it.

uncle—but I'm not her

better than this 'Uncle,'" Kaden muttered before

back onto the bed. Despite his obvious annoyance, he looked undeniably

Sherlyn reach out and

she murmured, her smile slowly fading as desire took over. Her eyes locked onto his, tracing the sharp lines of his features. That tiny mole beneath his lower eyelid made him even more attractive, and those full, tempting lips

still

just really want to kiss you," she admitted, her voice soft

moment the words left her lips, Kaden's annoyance melted away, replaced by a slow, knowing

is too old

Sherlyn countered, her gaze unwavering. "And I don't

his face in the crook of her neck

Sherlyn," he murmured against

went rigid in

the delicate spot

wavered. Her lips quivered as the weight of his words sank in. What had

trying to process the sudden proposal. But

go again? No, that's not possible," he said firmly, his voice laced with

time letting his doubts and fears dictate

another chance. And the moment

her mind still reeling. Without giving her a chance to overthink, he leaned in and captured her lips in a

deliberate, a silent vow of everything he felt

from his sudden proposal. 'Marry me.' The words echoed in her

hands trembled as they rested on his chest, torn between pushing him away and pulling him closer. But then, Kaden's touch softened, his fingers

was when

into him, her arms wrapping around his neck. The hesitation, the doubts,

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