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107 : Unspoken Emotions

VERENA

“Even if fate throws us a cruel hand,” he continues, his voice dropping to a husky whisper, “even if you choose someone else, I’ll wait. Wait for you until the very end.” The possessiveness in his tone sends a shiver down my spine.

I wish I could say he is lying. But he isn’t. Every single word coming out of his lips is genuine. They make my heart race wildly. The walls I have built to protect myself, he has broken them all.

His gaze slides to my lips and I swallow as he leans in, tipping my chin up with his fingers. I don’t do anything, except close my eyes, feeling his lips brush against mine. Every single cell in my body hums with excitement.

“Oh yes, yes. The—” The sound of Maria’s voice approaching slices through our moment. A strangled gasp escapes Maria’s lips as she rounds the corner into the kitchen, her cheerful chatter abruptly cutting off. Her eyes land on us, taking in the scene.

The air crackles with sudden tension and awkwardness. We both freeze. Before I can thi
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