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As we continued driving through the winding path surrounded by trees, I noticed the scenery starting to open up. We emerged from the dense woods onto a wide expanse that looked like a private airfield. I blinked in surprise, taking in the sight of a sleek private plane parked on the tarmac.

The driver turned the car toward the airfield.

Victor asked with a smile playing on his lips as he glanced at me. "Surprised?"

I nodded, still processing the sight. "Definitely. This is your surprise?"

He chuckled. "Part of it. We have a bit of traveling to do."

The driver pulled the car to a stop near the plane and got out, coming around to open my door. As I stepped out, the cool night air hit me, and I shivered slightly. Victor immediately took off his coat and draped it around my shoulders, enveloping me in warmth and the faint scent of his cologne.

"Thank you," I murmured

He smiled and took my hand, guiding me toward the plane. "Come on."

I looked around the wide space, I almost screamed. It