Reborn Through Fire

Chapter 1548

The more tenderly he treated her, the more she was haunted by the memory of his parents' deaths and her role as the transgressor.She had stolen their lives, shattering his once-blissful childhood.

Yet he never broached the subject of his parents‘ demise in her presence, fearing it would distress her.

They both avoided the topic, but that did not mean it ceased to exist.

April's embrace graced the park, casting vibrant scenery and rejuvenating air all around.

As Gilbert held her hand, guiding her along the cobblestone path with few passersby, she felt a wave of comfort she had once yearned for but believed unattainable.

Now that she had it, her heart could never return to the innocence it once knew.She had grown reticent, often relying on Gilbert to initiate conversations.

He would ask, and she would respond.He never found it tiresome and treated her with the same delicate attention as one would a first love.

As twilight enveloped them and a cool breeze kissed their skin, Gilbert slipped off his suit jacket, draping it gently over her shoulders.

Clasping her hand with conviction, he smiled warmly.

affairs this week, I'll whisk you away to the south fora well-deserved escape.How

and an unwavering devotion.Kisa gazed into his eyes, transfixed by the

fragile smile graced her

"Okay."

she last smiled, and it was somewhat

newfound brightness, no longer burdened

her into his loving embrace, murmuring softly, "The southern landscape is breathtaking; I know you'll fall in love with it.If you do, we can make

would be far from the relentless pace of the city and the tormenting memories that

slowly lifted her hand, encircling his waist.She remained silent, simply closing her eyes and nestling into his comforting embrace.She chose not to dwell on anything else, surrendering herself to the serenity and

sound of water in the bathroom gradually faded, leaving a captivating

glass of cool water on the bedside table, downing it in one gulp, yet the lingering heat still clung

Kisa stepped out,

in a white robe, her once- pale cheeks now

hair, damp and clinging to her shoulders, had only been patted down with a towel before she

retrieve a hairdryer from

hair before you sleep, or you'll get a

want to dry

resonated through the room as his gentle hand worked through