Audrey’s POV“Congratulations, mi amore.”Sage walked toward me with a smile, carrying a large, fragrant bouquet of red roses.“Thank you… I missed you so much,” I whispered, hugging him tightly. It felt like a piece of home had returned to me. I took the flowers, kissed him on the cheek, and pulled him down to sit beside my desk.“Painting? Again?” he asked, his brows furrowed.“Your exhibit just ended. You have to rest.”I smiled, trying to show him I was fine.“It’s okay… This… this is my way of resting.”“I’m sorry I didn’t make it to your exhibit. I couldn’t finish my work right away.”“Then kiss me, so you can make it up to me.”I smiled and sat on his lap. I could feel his body tense, trembling slightly. He looked startled. I held his face, gazing at him. “Why won’t you kiss me?” I asked with a hint of hurt.“I’m your fiancée, right? Isn’t it normal to kiss?” I saw his Adam’s apple move, a sign of tension and restrained emotion.I leaned closer. Just a few inches between our
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