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Chapter 49: A PROMISE TO SLOW DOWN

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EMMA'S POV

“Can we take things slow?” I asked, unsure of how Daniel would react. I saw the flicker of disappointment in his eyes, but then he smiled, masking his true feelings.

“Yes, we can,” he said calmly, and to my surprise, the entire restaurant erupted in applause.

He sat back down and reached for my hand, his touch warm and reassuring. “Thank you, Emma,” he said softly. I nodded, smiling faintly, though I knew he hadn’t expected me to say that.

Dinner ended soon after, and we both walked back to his car. The drive to my house was quiet, almost peaceful. As the car stopped in front of my house, Daniel leaned closer, his intentions clear. I instinctively moved back, creating a gap between us.

“You promised we’d take things slow,” I reminded him, meeting his gaze.

“I’m sorry,” he said, his voice sincere. I stepped out of the car, my heels clicking against the pavement.

“I’ll come to pick you up tomorrow,” he said before I could fully leave.

I stopped and turned back slightly. “Alr
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