CHAPTER 30 “Happy Valentine’s Day, mahal!” DJ greeted me as he entered my unit, handing me a bouquet of fresh gardenias. A soft smile played on my lips as I took the flowers, their sweet fragrance filling the air. Instead of words, I responded by pulling him into a kiss—slow, deep, and full of longing. We got lost in the moment, our bodies naturally gravitating towards each other. Neither of us noticed that we had already made our way to the living room. My fingers tangled in his hair while his arms secured me tightly against him, as if he never wanted to let go. But then I remembered—tonight wasn’t just about Valentine’s. I pulled away slightly, resting my forehead against his. His breathing was heavy, his dark eyes still filled with heat. I traced his jawline with my fingers before

