Chapter 35He straightened slowly and helped her to her feet. Her legs were trembling. He grabbed a paper towel from the counter and wiped himself and her with a strange tenderness, a stark contrast to the fury of moments before.Theresa nodded, knowing it was a promise made against all odds. But at that moment, with his taste still in her mouth and his scent on her skin, she believed it."My God," Theresa gasped, her heart pounding wildly.Hector chuckled, a low, satisfied sound, and rolled to the side, pulling her against his body."Now that's an appetizer."She gave a laugh, a light, liberating sound that echoed in the kitchen. For a moment, the threat had receded.They stood up, straightened their clothes, and, with a newfound complicity, resumed preparing lunch. This time, their movements were synchronized, full of casual touches and secret smiles. Hector taught her how to make a simple yet perfect tomato sauce, his hands guiding hers over the tomatoes, his body brushing against
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