Chapter 71

• The relief and joy that flashed across his face was like nothing I had ever seen. His eyes lit up with a happiness that seemed to wash away the darkness of the past few days. Before I could say another word, Leo pulled me into his arms, his lips crashing against mine in a kiss that was full of passion, relief, and love.
• The world around us melted away as I kissed him back, pouring all my emotions into the connection between us. His hands gripped my waist, pulling me closer, and I could feel the warmth of his body against mine, the steady beat of his heart matching the rapid thrum of my own.
• When we finally pulled apart, we were both breathless, our foreheads resting together as we tried to catch our breath. Leo’s hands slid up to cup my face, his thumbs brushing tenderly over my cheeks. “You’ve made me the happiest man in the world,” he whispered, his voice thick with emotion.