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Chapter 39

As Chase's hand wrapped around mine, I felt a jolt of electricity run through my body as he pulled me closer to his chest. It was as if the entire world had come to a standstill, leaving only the two of us, suspended in time.

"Chase, I..." I started to say, but he cut me off with a gentle squeeze of my hand.

"Don't, Elodie. Just let me be here for you, okay?" His voice was low and soothing, and I felt my defenses crumbling beneath his gaze.

I nodded, feeling a lump form in my throat. No one had ever looked at me the way Chase did, with such kindness and understanding.

We sat there in silence for a moment, hands entwined, as the darkness outside seemed to press in around us. I felt like I was drowning in his eyes, and yet, I couldn't look away.

Suddenly, I spoke up, my voice barely above a whisper. "Chase, can I ask you something?"

He nodded, my heart racing with anticipation.

I looked down at my intertwined fingers, trying to piece my thoughts together.

"Do you feel it too?" I asked,
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