In this moment, with Cassius, her long-sealed heart began to crack open, finally stepping out from the shadow of those three years.
Feeling Cassius's genuine affection and burning passion, she sincerely leaned into his embrace, ready to accept everything he had to offer.
After spending so much time together, Nevaeh had come to understand that although Cassius appeared cold, arrogant, and unapproachable on the surface, he was genuinely kind, protective, and sincere at heart.
Moreover, he had proven it by protecting her with his own body during the terrifying accident yesterday.
Thinking about all this, Nevaeh tightened her grip around Cassius's waist, fully surrendering to and savoring the intimate moment they shared.
At that instant, time itself seemed to freeze.
Everything around them, the cave, their injuries, the outside world, faded into a meaningless background blur.
Feeling Nevaeh's willing responsiveness, Cassius's urgency grew exponentially.
