Yosef gently held her cheek, tilting her face to look at him. The warm light bathed their faces, making his gaze seem softer and warmer."I didn't like it when you kept your distance and challenged me. Now, I can't stand seeing you sad and scared. Is that a good enough reason?"Zara's forehead creased slightly, and she suddenly felt a warmth coursing through her.Her mood, soured by a day's worth of troubles, seemed to clear. She felt as if something inside her was about to burst forth.Yosef said, "Do you like fireworks? As long as I'm here, you can see them whenever you want."Zara, overwhelmed, looked down. She was at a loss for words, and her breaths came in short bursts.Then, out of nowhere, cheerful music filled the square. It was not clear who started it, but maybe it was the New Year's joy or the holiday vibe that got everyone excited. Men and women, young and old, all started dancing together.Yosef paused and took a step back, reaching out his hand to Zara."You said
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