Chris felt flattered, unsure of how to respond.

Lena smiled and lightly kissed his cheek. Her soft lips against his skin ignited a sudden rush of warmth within him, making his heart race.

Lately, he had an overwhelming sense of possessing her entirely. He recalled Zuko’s words about “taking her out with a single shot”.

Now, he understood the sentiment. The gun was loaded, but he struggled to restrain himself from acting on his desires.

Lena noticed his unease. “Hey, what’s wrong?”

“What?” Chris looked into her crystal-clear eyes, his forehead glistening with sweat, and his kissed cheek flushed.

He couldn’t tear his gaze away from her—his eyes were fixated solely on her. His breath quickened, and he quietly moved farther away from her to avoid embarrassing himself.

“Are you feeling okay, Chris?” Lena asked, concerned.

“Umm…” He admitted that a certain part of his body wasn’t feeling too well.

“Can I help?” Lena offered.

wishing she could “help” in more ways than

amiss, seeing Chris pale and

a tender “I… I think you’re right. A ring is important. I’ll definitely buy one for

“You…” Lena was surprised.

ring as a gift from my mom,” Chris said as he placed

shopping, you can pick one you truly

“How did you know I didn’t like the

was my mom’s choice

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cautiously, “Why do

with her hair, smiling gently. “Don’t you

replied as she nestled closer in his embrace, realizing she enjoyed it more with each

even though I’m not fond of Elijah, I trust

you” was the most

in her eyes as she closed

like the luckiest person in the world.

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