Kiss

"You don't have the authority to end this engagement," Adrien said through gritted teeth.

"I am not asking for your permission." Selena turned to leave.

Adrien opened his mouth to retort but found himself at a loss for words. Selena's declaration left no room for argument.

The silence that followed was deafening, the tension palpable. Selena could feel the weight of countless eyes on her, their gazes a mixture of shock, admiration, and disbelief.

But she didn't care.

Selena turned on her heel, her silver gown swirling around her as she walked away from the stunned trio. Her heart pounded in her chest, adrenaline coursing through her veins. She had done it. She had publicly severed her ties to Nicholas and humiliated both him and Adrien in the process.

And it felt glorious.