Chapter 69.

(Freya's POV)

After a dinner filled with warmth and nostalgia, Ash took me out to the balcony. The night felt so peaceful, with the stars shining in the sky and the gentle wind blowing.

"Is there something you want to talk about?" I asked as I stepped out onto the balcony, trying to keep my tone neutral.

Ash followed behind me and stood next to me. "Actually, I want to talk about something that might be a bit difficult," he said while looking up at the night sky.

I felt my heart beating fast as if something unpleasant was about to happen.

"If this is about our relationship, I think I'd better just leave. I don't want to hear about it anymore," I said in a cold tone, trying to hold back the disturbing feeling of anxiety.

Suddenly, I felt Ash's hand gently grab mine. "Freya, please, don't go," he begged in a hopeful tone. He pushed me against the balcony wall, and before I could react, his lips were on mine in a deep kiss.

At first, I was shocked and struggled gently, trying to get rid