Chapter 331

Their eyes met, and both broke into a smile. “Sarah, since you say this is destiny, there’s no need to thank me. We’ve got a long road ahead, and I’ll be right there with you—for everything you want to do, I’m in.” It was a simple sentence, but it hit Sarah deeper than any grand, romantic vow ever could. Alexander wasn’t much of a sweet-talker, but every word he said had a way of crashing into her heart like a wave. He showed his love not just in words, but in everything he did—staying close, supporting her without asking for anything back. That love had never changed, not when they were kids, not now. Sarah curved her lips into a gentle smile. This—this was more than enough. Out of nowhere, Alexander turned and laid his hand gently on her lips, brushing his fingers across them. Then, while Sarah was still caught off guard, he leaned in and kissed her. The sudden kiss didn’t startle her. Truth be told, the air between them was already thick with longing. Lost in the moment, she didn’t