Alex's expression was intense, his eyes searching hers for answers."Why did you leave without a word?" he demanded, his voice tinged with hurt and frustration."I've been trying to reach you, but you've been avoiding me."Siya averted her gaze, unable to meet his eyes."It was a mistake," she said
Alex nodded weakly, leaning into her touch as he closed his eyes, trying to block out the throbbing pain in his head."If you remain by my side, I'll be okay. Please don't distance yourself from me," he murmured, wrapping his arms around her and burying his face in her chest.Siya wrapped her arms a
As he ate, Siya watched him intently, her gaze lingering on his wet hair and the droplets of water cascading down his freshly washed skin.She couldn't help but feel a surge of desire. Her heart skipped a beat when Alex suddenly looked up and caught her staring at him.Despite being caught, Siya did
Siya held him tightly, feeling his pain reverberating through his trembling body. She realized how deeply he was affected by her absence, and she vowed silently to never let him feel that way again."I'm here, Alex. I won't leave you," she whispered, her voice filled with determination and love. She
One month later"I can't believe it! I... I'm really getting married?" Siya exclaimed with a mix of excitement and disbelief as she stared at herself in the wedding dress in the mirror."If you're having second thoughts, you still have time to run away," Alice teased from behind, her hand resting on
"What's on your mind? You seem to be deep in thought,"Alice asked Siya, who was sitting with her at the table.Alice was breastfeeding her daughter and noticed Siya's somber expression, prompting her to inquire. Siya nervously glanced at Alice, her heart racing with anxiety."Is everything okay bet
As Alice's words hung in the air, a heavy silence descended upon the room.Lucas's grip on her shoulders loosened, his expression morphing into one of shock and disbelief. He staggered back, his eyes wide with realization.He was overwhelmed with the happiness in his life, and he had completely forg
On the other side, James dropped Milla off at her home.When he stopped the car in front of her house, Milla nervously glanced at James, but his gaze remained fixed straight ahead, avoiding her. Milla recognized that look – she had seen it on Lucas's face when they were together.He never used to be
As James wrapped his arms around Milla, drawing her closer, the intensity between them deepened with each kiss. It was as if time stood still, allowing them to fully immerse in the depth of their feelings for one another.Eventually, when they finally parted, the air around them was charged with an
Tears filled Milla's eyes."It's my dad. Will you kill him?" she sobbed. James was momentarily stunned by her revelation, but he didn't hesitate."Do you want me to?" he asked, determination shining in his eyes. Even if he couldn't bring harm to her father, he vowed to ensure he faced the consequenc
"I'll walk you out,"James offered, reaching out to hold Milla's hand, but she instinctively pulled her hand away without realizing it.James felt blank as he stared at his empty hand."It's okay, I'll go by myself. You rest," Milla said with a smile before walking out. James watched her leave, his
As she worked diligently in the kitchen, Milla poured her heart and soul into each dish, hoping that her efforts would convey her feelings for James.She couldn't wait to see the smile on his face when he tasted her cooking, knowing that every bite was infused with her affection.Before changing her
This was the first time that someone showed so much care for her. James lowered his arms and wrapped them around her waist, holding her close to him.As the elevator descended, Milla could feel the tension slowly dissipating from James's body.She buried her face in his chest, relishing the warmth a
After what felt like an eternity, they reached Milla's office building.James remained silent as he unbuckled his seatbelt and stepped out of the car.James quietly followed Milla into her company. Her office was on the top floor, so they took the elevator. Milla stole glances at him from time to ti
Just as Milla's order arrived, James instinctively began to set up the utensils for her.He couldn't explain why, but he found himself wiping the spoon and chopsticks clean with tissue paper before placing them neatly in Milla's bowl of noodles.Milla looked at him with a blush spreading across her
As she approached, Milla could feel her heart pounding in her chest.She tried to compose herself, but the sight of James with another woman stirred up a storm of emotions inside her. With each step closer, her determination grew stronger.She reached them just as they were ordering food, her eyes f
Suddenly, he leaned closer to her, and Milla's heart began to race.Their faces drew nearer, and her mind went blank. With just a tiny movement, their lips would meet. James's eyes unexpectedly flickered down to her lips, and Milla followed suit, her gaze fixated on his.Their proximity sent shivers