Finally.

The revelations about her seemingly effortless acceptance into the legal team and Cole's family connections left her feeling a bit exposed. Her inner turmoil overshadowing any enthusiasm for a romantic moment.

However, the initial wave of uncertainty dissipated when her eyes landed on Bright's figure gracing the terrace.

"Oh, you run after me?" She mused.

"Good. Finally. A revenge."

With a subtle shift in his gaze, as if he were searching for someone, a sudden and irresistible urge overcame her—she yearned for an intensely passionate kiss with Cole.

So they kissed.

Their kiss unfolded like a chapter in a forbidden romance novel. The exchange was intense, a magnetic force pulling them closer as they explored the depths of desire.

Each movement was deliberate, filled with a yearning that seemed to transcend the boundaries of the physical world.