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Vineyard

Author: KK
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Clara's POV

The heavy iron gates of the Chen family's private vineyard swung open silently, revealing endless rows of ancient vines stretching toward the Tuscan horizon. Golden autumn light filtered through centuries-old olive trees as my heels clicked against the stone pathway leading to the restored medieval monastery that served as Nathan's most private retreat. The air was rich with the scent of ripening grapes and Italian herbs, nature's perfume more intoxicating than any designer fragrance.

I paused in the monastery's central courtyard, where a restored fountain played its eternal symphony. The sound of running water mingled with distant birdsong, creating an atmosphere of timeless serenity. This was where the Chen family's finest wines were crafted, each vintage carefully aged in cellars that predated the Renaissance.

"Lost in the romance of it all?" Nathan's voice carried that edge of dangerous affection as he emerged from the wine cellar's ancient doorway. His white shirt was
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