Contracted to the Cold Ceo
Chapter 28: Unscripted Ground
The fire in the hearth had settled into a steady, crimson embers glow, casting long, soft shadows across the stone walls of the cottage. Outside, the tide crashed rhythmically against the cliff face, a low, thundering bass that felt light-years away from the sterile hum of corporate elevators and the flashing lights of broadcast cameras.
Emaline rested her head against the broad expanse of Aiden’s chest as they swayed slowly in the quiet room. Beneath her palm, his heart beat in a calm, powerful rhythm—steady and entirely unhurried.