Seven Days Seven Nights

Chapter 104 Kiss Me, and I’ll Tell You

Nicholas led Nancy to the door and paused, turning around to face her. He said, “Close your eyes and give me your hand.”

Curious, she inquired, “What’s with all the secrecy?” She then extended her hand, placing it gently. in his palm. Her hand, small and fair, contrasted markedly against his larger, rougher one, emphasizing her delicate nature.

He firmly grasped her hand, his big palm almost entirely enveloping her smaller one. He asked, “Are you ready?”

Surprisingly, she felt a hint of nervousness mingled with a tinge of anticipation. “Yes, I’m ready,” she affirmed with a nod.

“Now, close your eyes.”

“Okay,” she agreed, gently shutting her eyes. Her long eyelashes fluttered like miniature fans, endearing and charming.

With one hand still clutching Nancy’s, Nicholas used his free hand to open the door. As he observed the perfectly executed surprise inside, he nodded in satisfaction. He then turned to her and whispered tenderly, “You can open your eyes now.”

Eagerly, she exclaimed, “Okay! I’m opening them now!”

Perhaps driven by a hint of fear that her dream might vanish, she opened her eyes only slightly. However, upon beholding the grand, dreamlike, and profoundly romantic display before her, she instantly widened her eyes.

she was awake or still immersed in a dream. The

and not just those famous during her childhood. There were

you must pinch me to wake me up,” she finally spoke, breaking the silence that

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not dreaming, my silly goose. Everything before

remained incredulous.

he began with “Ten.” As he reached “One,” he swiftly removed his hands. The room filled with

to do this?” Her excitement knew no bounds as she rushed into the room. This time, she no longer held back. She hugged one of her beloved dolls and held it

smile a testament to her sheer exhilaration. She couldn’t help but move energetically around the room,

saw her most recent favorite, a limited-edition vintage doll that was incredibly hard to

Nicholas, how did you do it? I had no idea you were this

felt that all the effort had been worthwhile. It seemed that no matter how challenging the journey had been, it was meaningful now. “Do you like this one?” he asked, one hand

eagerly. “I love it so much! Its the doll I’ve been obsessed with lately. How did you know that I

playfully added,

Tell me! You were about to tell me just

truly eager to know?” he teased.

“Yes, very eager.”

a kiss then.” Nicholas pointed

hesitation. After summoning her courage, she recalled something and decided to be bolder. On her tiptoes, she leaned in, planting a gentle kiss on his check. Yet, just as she was about to withdraw, he quickly encircled her waist