Seeing Jethro's slightly irritated expression, I realized he preferred not to dwell on this topic. He didn’t blame me, and the guilt I felt was mine alone. I lowered my head, embracing silence but still feeling uneasy.A series of unexpected events had unfolded around us ever since Jethro and I had met. It made me feel like a harbinger of misfortune."Jethro—”But before I could finish, I felt the warm touch of his lips on mine. My eyes widened, and my heart pounded with the sudden intimacy. At that moment, everything I wanted to say flew out of my mind.Jethro's handsome face was so close, and his deep, dark eyes drew me into their depths. His kiss, meant to quiet my concerns, was devoid of desire. Yet, it still made my heart race. Despite our time together, this proximity still set my nerves ablaze. They say you grow accustomed to someone with time, but each of Jethro's touches felt uniquely new and thrilling.When he finally pulled away, he said firmly, "Listen to me, Serena. J
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