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Chapter 29 - Epilogue 2: Trust and Love [Series Finale]

Kaede's gaze never wavered from Zhang Xingwei's, her eyes searching for the truth behind his denial. Her lips curved into a knowing smile as she softly spoke, "You know, Xingwei, I've known for some time now that you harbor feelings for me. Love, even."

Zhang Xingwei's lips twisted into a frown, his Adam's apple bobbing as he swallowed hard. "It's not like that, Madame I-"

His protests died on his lips as she silenced him with a tender kiss. The touch of their mouths was a stark contrast to the brutality of the night before. As they pulled away, she regarded him earnestly.

"I've been married for four years now," she confessed, her voice soft yet firm. "Plenty of time for you to have found yourself a decent woman, someone untouched by the darkness that binds us. But you didn't. Why, Xingwei?" She leaned closer, her voice lowering to a whisper. "Is it not because you love me?"

His resistance crumbled, the weight of her words too heavy to bear. Though he still harbored doubts, the truth had a way of surfacing, even in the face of denial.

"Even if that's true," he choked out, his voice laden with emotion, "Richard is still your husband."

A small, sad smile tugged at the corner of Kaede's lips. "True enough," she agreed, her eyes never leaving his. "But remember, love can sometimes transcend the bounds of duty and obligation. So, I ask you again, Xingwei, would you marry me if I were to leave Richard behind? If I were to choose you, and only you, as my partner in life?"

The air between them hung heavy with unspoken longings and hidden desires, the weight of their secret admirations and suppressed love.

As the silence stretched between them, the weight of their admission heavy in the air, Zhang Xingwei finally found his voice. He hesitated, his eyes searching Kaede's for a sign of deception. "If you're willing to discard your marriage with Richard so easily, wouldn't you do the same to me in the future?" His words were laced with uncertainty and skepticism.

Kaede's smile remained, but her eyes held a hint of sadness. "You have every reason to doubt, Xingwei, afterall, I'm not a woman who can be trusted, a woman who can be, relied upon." she conceded, her voice soft and sincere. "But I promise you, I won't break my word. I may not be the most trustworthy women out there, but I assure you, I'll never leave you."

She paused momentarily, her gaze steady and unwavering. "Because, Xingwei, I can't. There's a part of me that's tethered to you, bound by the secrets we share and the desires that connect us. I don't know what the future holds, but I promise you this: as long as there's breath in my body, I'll stay by your side, all I ask, is that you please just trust me."

After her impassioned plea, Zhang Xingwei looked at her intently, his eyes searching for a truth that lay buried deep within her words, his heart beating faster as he took in her words.

"What you're saying...doesn't that mean that you love me too?" His voice trembled, the gravity of her revelation eclipsing every other thought.

Kaede's lips parted, but no words came forth. Her eyes searched his, seeking his understanding, her heart pounding in sync with his. Finally, she decided to let her actions speak for her, the truth etched in her gaze.

Slowly, she leaned forward, her lips brushing against his. The tenderness of the gesture was a stark contrast to their earlier encounters. As their mouths met, the passion they'd shared bubbled to the surface, their love-making of the night before a mere prelude to the storm that was to follow.

Their tongues intertwined, their bodies pressing close, the room filled with the scent of perfume and sweat, the echoes of their shared secrets and desires. Time seemed to stand still as they kissed, the gravity of their confessions sinking in.

When they pulled away, their faces were flushed, their hearts pounding, the truth between them undeniable. Unspoken words hung in the air, the weight of their shared love too heavy to bear.

As their kiss broke, Zhang Xingwei's eyes held a depth of emotion that mirrored the turmoil within Kaede's. Their hearts still raced, the magnitude of their revelation settling between them. The air was thick with unspoken words and unveiled truths, the atmosphere charged with anticipation.

With a subtle shift in position, Xingwei took control, peeling off his clothes with deliberate care. His movements were unhurried, his eyes never leaving Kaede's. The room filled with the sounds of their ragged breaths, the creaking of the bed, and the unzipping of clothing, the stage set for another act in their complex dance of love and power.

He stood before Kaede, his body taut with desire, his eyes filled with a mixture of tenderness and the remnants of the violence that had defined their past. Gently, he pinned Kaede onto the bed, the sheets still damp from their previous encounter.

Positioning himself between her legs, Xingwei's gaze locked onto hers. "We might not be able to control our feelings," he whispered, his voice thick with emotion. "But trust, that is something we can choose."

With that, he slowly slid into her, their bodies connecting with a warmth that radiated through them. The penetration was gentle, yet it carried the weight of the love they'd tried to suppress. The room filled with the sounds of their ragged breaths, the bed groaning under their exertions, the air heavy with the intensity of their union.

As Xingwei thrust into her, his movements slow and unhurried, the room seemed to dissolve, their love-making a testament to the depth of their unspoken feelings. Their bodies moved in harmony, the rhythm of their passion a reflection of the intricate tapestry of their relationship, the threads of love, power, and trust weaving themselves deeper into the fabric of their souls.

Xingwei's thrusts continued, unhurried and deliberate. Each movement sent waves of pleasure rippling through Kaede, her body arching beneath him. Their passion was slow, yet intense, every thrust a testament to their unspoken love.

As he entered her, his cock sliding in and out of her wet pussy, the room filled with the sounds of their ragged breaths and the slapping of flesh. Sweat coated their bodies, their limbs entangled, the air heavy with desire.

His thrusts grew firmer, the slowness giving way to a more urgent rhythm. He watched Kaede's face, her eyes closed, her lips parted, her breaths shallow. Her body responded to his touch, her hips meeting his thrusts with equal force, her submission and desire intertwined.

The friction between them increased, the smell of sweat and sex permeating the room. Their bodies moved together, the bed shaking under their fervent passion, each thrust pushing them further into the depths of their love.

Gradually, the tempo of their love-making accelerated, their bodies colliding with a fierce intensity. Despite the speed, their connection remained deep, every thrust a reminder of the complex emotions that bound them.

Kaede's moans echoed through the room, her body shivering with pleasure, her love for Xingwei consuming her. His thrusts grew more forceful, the power struggle between them replaced by a fusion of their passion and trust.

As they continued their slow, passionate fuck, the room filled with the sounds of their primal connection, their bodies merging, their souls intertwined, their love a force that threatened to consume them whole.

As their bodies continued to move together, the intensity of their passion reached new heights. In the midst of their slow, deep fuck, Kaede found the courage to speak. Her breath hitched, her voice sultry and seductive, she whispered, "Xingwei, I want you to be rougher with me."

His eyes locked onto hers, the request stirring a mix of emotions within him. For a moment, he hesitated, the dichotomy of the brutal encounter her body had endured not too long ago and the present passion weighing heavily on his mind. But with a subtle nod, he complied, his grip on her wrists tightening, his thrusts becoming more forceful.

Kaede arched her back, her response a testament to her desire for the raw intensity. The room shook with the force of their love-making, the bed groaning under their fervent movements, the air thick with the scent of sweat and desire.

Xingwei's thrusts grew rougher, his cock slamming into her wet pussy, the slapping of flesh filling the room. Kaede's moans grew louder, her cries of pleasure mingling with the creaking of the bed and the sounds of their passion.

Their bodies moved together with a fierce urgency, the force of their connection sending waves of pleasure crashing through them. Despite the change in tempo, their love remained the driving force behind their brutal fuck, their emotions entwining in a dance of trust and surrender.

As their bodies continued to collide, the passion between them spiraled to new heights. Their love-making was brutal, their connection raw and unfiltered. Xingwei's thrusts grew more forceful, each slam into Kaede's soaked pussy eliciting cries of pleasure-pain from her.

The room shook with the force of their union, the bed groaning under their exertions, the sounds of their passionate cries and the slapping of flesh filling the space. Sweat coated their bodies, their limbs entangled, the air thick with desire.

Kaede's body arched, her submission complete. Xingwei thrust into her with a primal intensity, his cock sliding in and out of her pussy, their connection fierce and unbreakable.

With each thrust, Kaede's orgasm grew nearer, her body trembling with the edge of release. Just as she teetered on the precipice, Xingwei's thumb brushed against her engorged clit, sending her over the edge.

Her body shook violently, her cries of pleasure drowning out everything else. Her pussy clamped down on Xingwei's cock, milking him, the sensation overwhelming. His own orgasm followed soon after, his body convulsing, his cock throbbing inside her.

As they both succumbed to the intensity of their release, the room fell silent, save for their ragged breaths and the distant sounds of the city. The bed shook with the aftermath of their love-making, the air charged with the gravity of their union.

As their passion subsided, Xingwei pulled back slightly, his eyes locking onto Kaede's. The intensity of their love-making had left them breathless, their bodies damp with sweat, their souls intertwined in a bond that defied explanation.

With a tender smile, Xingwei took her face in his hands, his thumbs stroking her cheeks. "I love you, deeply," he confessed, his voice hoarse from their passionate exchange. "I know I don't deserve you, but I can't help how I feel, Madame Nishihara."

At the use of her title, Kaede raised an eyebrow, a smirk playing on her lips. "You'll soon be calling me by just my name, Xingwei," she murmured, her voice soft yet firm. "And not only in private."

Her finger traced the contour of his lips, her eyes locked onto his. "You must learn to address me as Kaede, my love. We're entering uncharted territory here, and I want to hear my name on your lips when we make love, when we laugh, when we argue." Her touch lingered on his mouth, a silent plea for intimacy wrapped in a simple request.

Hesitant at first, Xingwei tried to say her name. His tongue felt heavy, the unfamiliarity of the single syllable weighing on him. When it finally came, "Kaede," the word fell softly from his lips, a tender offering in the wake of their passionate encounter.

At the sound of her name from his lips, Kaede's cheeks flushed a deep rose, her eyes wide as she watched him. Seeing her reaction, Xingwei couldn't help but blush as well, his face heating up, his gaze dropping to the floor. A moment of shared embarrassment passed between them before the air shifted.

Kaede's laughter filled the room, light and musical, a balm to the tension that had crept in. "That's better, Xingwei," she teased, her amusement contagious. "Now, maybe you'll get used to it, hmm?"

With a playful grin, she ran her fingers through her tousled hair, the motion drawing attention to her naked form. "You know, my love, we have a lot of catching up to do. And I think, based on tonight's performance, you still have quite a few lessons to learn." Her eyes sparkled with mischief, her body language inviting, the conversation shifting from tenderness to a more playful exploration of their newfound connection.

With a wink, she urged him closer, the sheets still damp from their lovemaking, the memory of their intense passion lingering in the air. As he approached, the anticipation of new explorations filled the room, their love transcending the boundaries of fear and doubt, forging ahead into uncharted territories of trust and surrender.

A year had passed since that fateful night, and life had taken its course. The legalities of Kaede's divorce from Richard had been finalized, while she and Xingwei had exchanged vows in a small, intimate ceremony. The complexities of their relationship were now a thing of the past, their love solidified, their trust strengthened.

In the privacy of their bedroom, the sounds of their love-making echoed through the air. Xingwei's body moved above Kaede, their passion undiminished by time. The years had taught them the rhythm of each other, their bodies in perfect sync, the sensuality of their connection unbroken.

Kaede's moans filled the room, her body responding to his touch. Xingwei's cock slid into her wet pussy, the friction sending waves of pleasure coursing through them. Their eyes locked, a silent understanding passing between them, the words unnecessary in the midst of their love.

"You feel so good, Kaede," Xingwei murmured, his voice low and raspy. "Every time, I forget how incredible it feels to be inside you."

Kaede's laughter was soft, her breath hitching, her body trembling under his. "Oh, Xingwei," she sighed, her body arching, "you have no idea how much I cherish this, how much it means to me."

Their bodies moved together, their love-making a testament to the strength of their commitment. The room shook with the force of their union, the bed groaning under their exertion, the air thick with the scent of their sweat and desire.

As Xingwei thrust into her, their passion reaching new heights, Kaede's voice broke the silence once more. "I love you, Xingwei," she whispered, her words a trembling confession. "Thank you for showing me what it means to trust, to love."

Xingwei's thrusts grew more intense, his cock pounding into her pussy, their connection raw and unfiltered. "I love you too, Kaede," he grated out, the words barely audible over their ragged breaths. "I promise to always cherish you, to honor our connection, and to love you with every fiber of my being."

Their bodies continued to collide, their love-making a celebration of their union. The sounds of their passion filled the room, their cries of pleasure echoing through the space, the air thick with the scent of their desire.

As their release drew near, the intensity of their love-making reached a crescendo. Kaede's orgasm washed over her, her body trembling, her pussy contracting around Xingwei's cock. He followed suit, his own climax intensifying with her pleasure, his seed bursting forth, filling her with the proof of their love.

Their bodies relaxed, the aftershocks of their passion subsiding, the reality of their love solidifying in the aftermath of their intimate connection. As the echo of their cries faded into the silence, the room bore witness to the fruition of a complicated journey, the weight of their past giving way to the beauty of their present. And in that moment, wrapped in each other's arms, Kaede and Xingwei knew that their future together would be built upon the foundation of trust, and, most importantly, love.