Chapter 214

Lily froze. His arms around her were tight, desperate like he was afraid that if he let go, she’d vanish. She didn’t hug him back, but she didn’t push him away either. “I don’t think I’ll be able to wait until tomorrow,” David whispered against her hair, his voice low and shaky. “I’m scared you’ll leave me if I walk away now.” Lily’s heart skipped. Panic flashed in her eyes, but she forced a small, faint smile. “Just one day, David,” she said quietly. “I promise I won’t run away. Just… give me one day.” David exhaled helplessly and nodded. “Alright,” he said softly. He pulled away slowly, looking at her for a moment longer. Then, before she could react, he cupped her face and pressed a light kiss to her lips. Lily didn’t move. She didn’t respond, didn’t say a word. It was just a small kiss, gentle but full of sadness. “Rest well, okay?” he said softly, brushing his thumb against her cheek. Lily only nodded slightly. David stepped back, hesitated for a second as if he wanted to say some