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His palm was warm , its searing heat palpable even through the fabric . The music was melodious , and Roderick led her slowly into the dance , their steps so in sync it was as if they had danced together a thousand times before . " When did you learn to dance ? " Madeleine looked up at him , her eyes curving into crescents . " I remember you being so uncoordinated when you were a kid . " " I had no choice . " Roderick looked helpless . " I married a wife who can dance . I can't just watch her find other partners all the time .

" Madeleine's heart sped up again , and she could already picture Roderick practicing the dance steps over and over . Roderick chuckled , his voice low and alluring . " How am I doing ? " " Very well . " Chapter 114 " Am I your best dance partner ? " The tips of Madeleine's ears turned a little red , and her eyes felt warm . She fought to control herself as she gave a slight nod . The two of them swayed gently to the music , the light casting their shadows on the floor , tangled and inseparable . They were no longer paying attention to the moves or the steps .

Madeleine wrapped her arms around him , her upper body practically leaning against Roderick . She was losing control , and large tears began to well up as she hid against his chest . Ever since leaving Zoe , Madeleine had been holding back , restraining herself . She was so scared - scared of getting caught in the narrative control and becoming a means to an end , scared of losing her family because of the narrative control , just like Zoe . She thought she was strong enough . After all , she had survived the pain of the past few years , so what couldn't she handle now ? Until just now .

Chapter 114 Held in Roderick's arms , listening to the steady beat of his heart , Madeleine felt as if she had found a safe harbor . The dam she had worked so hard to build could finally crumble , letting her emotions pour out . She could cry without restraint , sobbing her heart out . Her tears soaked his shirt , and when Roderick felt the dampness , he paused . He looked down and saw her tear - streaked face . His heart felt like it had been sliced open , the pain making it hard to breathe . " What's wrong ? What's wrong ? " He asked twice , his voice laced with panic .

Roderick stopped , his voice low , hoarse , and gentle . " I'm here . " Those two simple words made Madeleine's tears flow even harder. The fear that had coiled around her heart , the anxiety that followed her like a shadow , all seemed to melt away because of his " I'm here . " At a loss , Roderick used his thumb to wipe her tears , but they kept falling like pearls from a broken string ; he couldn't wipe them all away . Chapter 114 His Adam's apple bobbed , and Roderick lowered his head , kissing the corner of Madeleine's eye .

He kissed away the salty tears one by one , his movements as gentle as if he were handling a fragile treasure . Madeleine didn't move , her tear - laden lashes trembling as she felt his warm breath on her cheek . Roderick's kisses slowly trailed down , gently touching the tip of her nose , as if to soothe her . Then , he paused at her lips , brushing against them almost imperceptibly , but not kissing her directly, as if waiting for her permission . Just as her heart was about to pound out of her chest , Madeleine held her breath .

She tilted her head up , her nose brushing against his , their breaths intertwining . The kiss was gentle and restrained , mixed with the taste of Madeleine's tears . Overwhelmed , she could only let Roderick take the lead . Her mind went blank . Madeleine was glad Roderick was holding her so tightly ; her legs felt so weak she was sure she would have collapsed otherwise . Chapter 114 In a daze , Madeleine felt something on her hand . She gently pushed him away , breathless , and raised her hand to look . On her ring finger , a ring glittered in the light . · " This is ...

" " A wedding ring . " Roderick , not having had his fill , leaned in again , the dazed look still in his eyes , and pressed his lips against her slightly swollen ones . Madeleine's mind was completely on the ring , and she held up her hand to look at it in the light for a long time . Then she grabbed the one in Roderick's hand and glanced at it . It seemed a bit newer than the one she had seen last time . " Didn't you say I threw it away ? " " I had a new one made , identical to the original .

" Hearing this , Madeleine looked at the ring , her heart feeling a little sour one moment and sweet the next . Chapter 114 With tear stains still on her face , she broke into a wide grin . Roderick sighed helplessly to himself and went to get a tissue to gently wipe her face . Chapter 115 Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes.

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