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Gulping down his saliva, he said, "I will help you with the buttons."
As Maximus's fingers worked diligently, he couldn't tear his eyes away from the reflection in the mirror. Lenora's face, downcast yet radiant, held a blend of nervousness and trust. Her lips formed a shy smile, the kind that spoke volumes about her vulnerability in this moment of shared intimacy.
The room was filled with an unspoken understanding and a palpable tension that hovered between them. Maximus's hands, normally steady and sure, betrayed his nervousness as he struggled to navigate the intricate buttons.
Time seemed to suspend, elongating the seconds into an eternity. The awkwardness of the moment mingled with the tender anticipation, creating a dance of nerves and raw emotion. Maximus could feel his heart pounding in his chest, matching the rhythm of Lenora's breaths.
