CHAPTER 56 Unexpected Visit

  Eliza's POV

  In the quiet embrace of Cavin's arms, I felt a warmth that chased away every dark cloud lingering in my heart. For once, I could just be me. All the burdens of my family, my role, the endless expectations—they all faded as he held me close, his steady heartbeat the only thing I could hear.

  I giggled softly, realizing just how tightly I was clinging to him. "I probably look like a scared kitten, don't I?"

  Cavin's lips curved into a smirk as he pulled me even closer, pressing a gentle kiss to my temple. "If that's the case, you're the cutest kitten I've ever seen. But honestly, Eliza, you don't have to apologize. You can hold on to me as tightly as you want."