Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 364 Apology

William gently grasped her face, tilting it upward to meet his gaze. Both of their faces were bathed in warm light. His eyes slightly softened, a shade lighter.

“Before, I disliked how you kept your distance from me. You always confront me. Now, I dislike seeing you melancholic and fearful. Is that reason sufficient?”

Emelie’s brow twitched slightly. Her eyes suddenly welled up with warmth. Her emotions, soaked in bitterness all day, seemed to clear at this moment. It was like something was about to burst forth uncontrollably.

William continued, “Did you enjoy the fireworks display? With me around, you can see them whenever you want.”

Emelie remained silent. She hesitated, her head bowed in confusion. She was unsure of what to say next, her breath now in disarray.

Suddenly, the square erupted with familiar, light–hearted music. Whether someone started it or it was simply the festive atmosphere of New Year’s and the holidays, it brought joy to everyone, young and old, who began dancing together.

William watched them for a moment. Then, he took a step back and extended his hand to Emelie.

“You promised to dance with me this weekend. It’s just a few hours away. Will you honor that?”

Counting every time Mr. Middleton danced, it was always at lavish balls or upscale dinners. When had be ever danced to “square dancing“?

the way he held her hand, it felt like he was catching clusters of stars

hand fall into his. William

but think. Even if they were to part ways completely in the future, never

night they danced together on the square, and William who bridged them into

thought about this, the tears she had suppressed all

head to wipe them away. She hoped William wouldn’t

did notice, though he didn’t say anything. Instead, he raised his hand slightly, allowing her

was still wearing his coat. The coat was tailored perfectly for him but oversized on her. As she spun, the

gaze was deep and seemed to imprint this

foot stumbled, and she fell into his

help but

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the contrary, William

her back. “If you want to hug, you could have. I

shirt tightly, her emotions indescribable.

whisper in her ear, “I’m

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