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Act 3: Queen's Gambit - Chapter 3
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Sienna
I get up, and Christian crosses the distance between us, taking me roughly into his arms and surprising me with a kiss. I don’t think I’ll get used to his kisses; they leave me breathless and wanting more.
“Hmm, hello beautiful,” he purrs, placing light kisses on my neck that sends shivers up my spine.
“You’re… you’re leaving?” I say while trying to catch my breath, feeling his day-old stubble scraping against my skin and letting out an involuntary groan.
He chuckles, then looks at me. “Yes, unfortunately. My aunt has called for me, and the way she spoke made it sound like I might be gone for a while.”
I don’t know why, but when he says this, my heart plummets. “You think? How come?” I ask.
Christian lets out a sigh and gives me a wan smile. “I can’t speak about it; family business.” He says, looking disappoint
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