Chapter 21 Zara’s POV I hailed a taxi and jumped in, eager to escape the overwhelming emotions that had taken hold of me. The driver asked where I was headed, but I just shook my head, unable to form a coherent response, “Just keep driving .” I muttered,staring out the window. As we navigated through the crowded streets, I couldn’t help but notice the life of Christmas and the smell too. ‘Merry Christmas.’ signs and lights adorned every building, and couples with children strolled hand in hand, enjoying the holiday spirit but my mind was elsewhere, thinking about the kiss that had left me breathless. I touched my lips,and the memory of Lucius’s gentle yet passionate kiss flooded my senses once again. Why did I run away? Why? I am so foolish… I should have been able to say something to

