Chapter 75

This was embarrassing for Cassandra. Tristan's gaze instantly turned intense. He held her hand tightly, his voice hoarse. "Cassandra, are you sure?" Cassandra nodded. Though still a little nervous inside, she knew she didn't want to run anymore. Tristan didn't say another word. He gently pulled her into his arms and lowered his head to kiss her lips. His warm breath brushed against her neck, sending shivers down her spine. His kiss was gentle yet full of smoldering desires that had been held back too long. Cassandra's heart pounded. Her hands instinctively found his shoulders as she responded to his passion. Their breaths tangled in the quiet air, the atmosphere thick with tension and intimacy. Tristan's hand caressed her back, the heat of his fingers seeping through the thin fabric and reaching her skin. Cassandra couldn't help but tremble slightly. Her mind was a blur, everything reduced to the man in front of her and the overwhelming emotion he brought. "Cassie..." Tristan m