Chapter 319 Daddy and Mommy Kissed

Fireworks lit up the sky beyond the window, making the interior of the cabin flicker between bright and dim. The shifting glow fell over the family's faces, tracing their features in soft lines. Horatio loosened the arm around Natalie and lowered his head slightly, his gaze settling on her flushed cheeks. His eyes were filled with a tenderness that wouldn't fade. ​​He leaned in slowly until their noses were almost touching. Warm breath brushed her face, carrying a faint hint of mint. Natalie's heartbeat sped up at once. Her cheeks burned, and she instinctively tried to pull away, but Horatio's hand came up to steady her at the back of her neck. "Natalie." His voice was low and rough. He might be holding his emotions back, but they still spilled through. Natalie looked up and met his deep eyes. Fireworks reflected in them, and so was she. Against the roar of fireworks blooming outside, Horatio lowered his head and kissed her. His kiss was soft and heartfelt, as if she were somethi