Kyren lay on his side, his solid and sculpted chest bare, his gaze fixated on the petite figure nestled beside him. A wide, enamoured smile graced his face as he observed her peaceful sleeping visage.
'I... I love you! With every beat of my heart, I love you, Kyren!'
Her heartfelt confession echoed in his mind, filling him with a profound sense of joy. Ever since she had bared her heart to him, the grand duke couldn't contain his happiness. It was as if he had triumphed over the world.
Gently, he reached out to caress her auburn locks, carefully tucking them behind her ear. His heart swelled with affection as he admired her vulnerability, cherishing the closeness they shared. The passionate night they had experienced together still lingered in his memory, a testament to their connection.
