Chapter 215 It's You I Choose

• Crystal hesitated at Lucian’s door, her heart pounding in her chest. The dim light from the hallway cast long shadows across the wooden floor, and for a moment, she stood there, her hand hovering over the doorknob. The events of the day weighed heavily on her mind, and the thought of facing Lucian after everything made her stomach twist with unease.
• But she needed to talk to him. To explain. To reassure him that everything between them was still the same, despite the complications that had arisen. Taking a deep breath, she pushed the door open, the creak of the hinges breaking the silence.
• As soon as she stepped into the room, Lucian’s strong arm shot out, wrapping around her waist and pulling her against his chest. Before she could even gasp in surprise, his lips were on hers, claiming her in a kiss that was both urgent and full of longing. Crystal’s initial shock melted into a soft giggle as she found herself caught off guard by the sudden show of affection. She reached back with her foot and gently pushed the door closed behind her, sealing them away from the world outside.