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CH 222

Author: K.B
last update publish date: 2026-09-29 15:51:14

Elena looked up, her soft brown eyes meeting his. "I was just thinking... about how brave you were on that ship. You didn't even hesitate."

"I didn't need to hesitate," Julian said, his dark eyes locking onto hers with deep sincerity. "Protecting the people I love is the easiest decision I will ever make."

The simple, powerful words hung in the warm air between them. Elena felt her throat tighten with emotion.

She lowered her eyes slightly, focusing back on her task to hide the blush on her
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