I was untied, and as he stood before me, his expression appeared emotionless. I had anticipated him to be angry, but what took me by surprise was the sudden pull into his strong and tender arms, holding me tightly. He showered my cheeks with passionate kisses, repeatedly expressing how much he had missed me.
"I missed you so much, Bella," he whispered, his words bringing a smile to my face.
Hesitant yet longing for his touch, I wrapped my arms around him, craving the warmth of his embrace against my skin. Contentment washed over me as I let out a sigh, realizing that my longing for him was reciprocated. However, a seed of doubt lingered. What if this was all a trap?
"This is not a trap, right?" I questioned, searching for reassurance, to which he responded by pressing his lips against m
