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CHAPTER 272
~Tempest's POV~
I collapsed back against the pillows, my heart racing.
"So beautiful," he murmured, his hands caressing my skin.
My eyelids felt heavy, and I couldn't resist the pull of sleep.
I was exhausted, but also satisfied, the bond between us strengthening.
The last thing I remembered was Koda's lips against my forehead, his arms wrapping around me, and his body curling protectively against mine.
Slowly, his lips moved downwards, planting soft kisses on my temple, cheek, jaw, neck and finally, on my lips.
He kissed me softly, gently, as if he were afraid I'd break.
And I did.
Tears flowed from my eyes, the emotions I had been holding back for so long, finally breaking free.
"Koda," I whispered, wrapping my arms around him, burying my face against his neck.
