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Chapter 8: Emotions Beyond Boundaries
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2024-12-02 11:59:48For days after the banquet, the relationship between Liora and Kaelan seemed to return to its usual calm. Liora continued to tease Kaelan, while he responded with his characteristic composure. Yet, deep within Kaelan, emotions he had no right to feel began to stir, like fragile sprouts pushing through hidden soil.
Kaelan realized his attention toward Liora had long since exceeded the boundaries of professionalism. Her smile, her moments of unintentional vulnerability, even her provocations, all made his resolve waver. He knew such thoughts were forbidden and that he could never cross that line.
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One evening, Liora sat on the mansion’s balcony, holding a glass of red wine as she gazed into the distance. The setting sun cast a soft golden glow around her, making her appear more enchanting than ever. Kaelan stood silently not far away, keeping watch.
“Kaelan,” Liora suddenly spoke, turning to look at him. “Why are you always so quiet?”
“It's part of my duty,” Kaelan replied in his usual calm tone.
“Duty?” Liora raised an eyebrow and stood, walking toward him. “I don’t think you do it just because of duty. Otherwise, why did you step in to protect me at the ball?”
Kaelan’s eyes flickered briefly but he didn’t respond.
“Are you avoiding something?” Liora pressed closer, her gaze locking onto his. “Or are you afraid?”
“Liora,” Kaelan’s voice was low, carrying a hint of warning. “Don’t try to uncover emotions I shouldn’t have.”
“But those emotions clearly exist.” Liora chuckled softly, her eyes betraying a trace of unspoken tenderness. “Kaelan, do you like me?”
The air seemed to freeze instantly. Kaelan’s expression shifted slightly, but he quickly regained his composure. He looked down at her, his voice hoarse yet restrained: “You’re overthinking it.”
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Late that night, Kaelan stood alone by his window, staring out at the serene nightscape. But his mind replayed Liora’s pointed question: “Do you like me?”
He clenched his fists, his knuckles making faint cracking sounds. He knew such emotions were absolutely forbidden. He was Liora’s bodyguard, and she was his employer—someone from an entirely different world. These feelings could only remain buried, never to be discovered.
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Morning sunlight streamed through the curtains into the living room. As Liora entered the kitchen, she was surprised to see Kaelan quietly sorting through a stack of files in the corner.
“Good morning,” Liora greeted him with a smile.
Kaelan glanced up briefly, nodding without saying much.
“No tasks today, right?” Liora asked casually.
“No,” Kaelan replied curtly.
“In that case, why don’t you take a walk with me?” Liora suggested, a mischievous smile playing on her lips. “Think of it as your relaxation time.”
Kaelan frowned. “I don’t need relaxation.”
“But I do.” Liora blinked innocently. “You can’t refuse, can you? After all, my safety is still your responsibility.”
Kaelan couldn’t argue with her logic and reluctantly nodded his agreement.
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They strolled along a quiet path behind the estate, the air filled with the faint fragrance of flowers. Liora walked close to Kaelan, deliberately keeping pace with him.
“Kaelan,” she suddenly stopped, turning to face him. “Have you ever thought about doing something you truly want? Like, not just being my bodyguard?”
“Liora,” Kaelan’s voice was low, tinged with suppressed anger. “Don’t talk about such things.”
“Why not?” Liora’s gaze held a stubborn determination. “If you truly care about me, why not admit it?”
Kaelan took a deep breath, his voice rough. “Because my duty is to protect you, not to love you. You don’t need someone like me.”
“But is that really what you want?” Liora stepped closer, her voice unwavering. “Kaelan, I’ve never seen you as just my bodyguard.”
Kaelan closed his eyes briefly, as if trying to forcefully suppress his emotions. He knew that if this continued, he would cross a line from which there was no return.
“Go back, Liora.” Kaelan finally chose to retreat. “I can’t give you what you want.”
As she watched him walk away, Liora’s eyes held a complicated mix of emotions. She knew the wall around Kaelan’s heart wouldn’t be easy to break, but she had no intention of giving up.
The distance between them seemed insurmountable, but Liora believed that the emotions he guarded so fiercely would eventually bring down his defenses.
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