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8– On The Yacht

Author: Beauty
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-23 21:55:01

Lily and Axel walked down the stretched marina, the sound of seagulls filling the air as they made their way to the yacht. The warm sun cast a golden glow over the water, and Lily couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and nervousness.

Lily glanced at Axel, noticing the way his eyes crinkled at the corners as he smiled to himself. She felt a flutter in her chest, intrigued by this man she was bound to by a marriage arrangement.

Axel must've noticed her eyes on him, because he turned to her, his gaze meeting hers for a brief moment before he looked away, his expression softening.

The exchange between them was silent and quick, but held a deeper meaning.

Axel couldn’t believe how quickly his attraction towards the girl was growing into something deeper and more meaningful than just mere attraction.

And Lily couldn’t believe that she was suddenly so drawn to another man barely days after the boy she trusted betrayed her.

Her heart was caught up in a turmoil, but she was ready to e
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