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The next few days were a mix of stress and relief, but they were also surprisingly beautiful. Pond and I spent every moment together, clinging to each other like lifelines. I knew he was exhausted carrying the weight of the canceled marriage, the chaos surrounding Mira, and the pressure of everything happening so fast.
We dug deep into Miraâs past, unraveling secrets she had kept hidden for years. We found out she had been married in Vietnam something not even her parents knew. She fought hard to deny it, but in the end, the truth came out. With that revelation, the impending marriage was called off, leaving Pond and me finally free to breathe.
To escape the whirlwind of events, we decided to go on a trip together, just the two of us. It was magical. For the first time in what felt like forever, it felt like the world belonged to us alone just Pond and me. No expectations, no lies, no one to interrupt us.
That evening, we decided to watch the sunset. I leaned my head on his shoulder, wrapping my arms tightly around his waist. My eyes drifted between the horizon and him, and I couldnât tell which was more breathtaking. He had this peaceful look on his face, his sharp features softened by the glow of the setting sun.
I wasnât sure if I was watching the sunset or him anymore. But honestly? He was far more beautiful than anything nature could ever create.
It felt like I could sit there forever, just staring at him, memorizing every detail of his face. Being with him felt like a dream, a dream so perfect, I feared waking up. He was my everything. I couldnât imagine a world without him. Pond wasnât just someone I loved; he was the air I breathed, the beat of my heart. Without him, I wasnât sure Iâd even know how to exist.
âSoo⦠hmmm, how long are you going to stare at me?â Pond teased, his voice tinged with amusement. âYouâre here to watch the sunset, not me.â
I tightened my arms around him, burying my face in his chest. âIâd rather watch you than the sunset,â I murmured, pressing a soft kiss to his cheek.
Pond chuckled, wrapping his arm around me. âAre you tired, hmm?, We travel all day,"he asked, his voice gentle and soothing.
Truthfully, I was exhausted. We had traveled all day, and the weight of the past few days was catching up to me. I let out a soft hum in response and shifted, settling myself more comfortably.
I moved to sit between his legs, resting my head against his chest and letting his steady heartbeat calm me. My arms circled his waist as I snuggled closer. With him, I could be completely myselfâchildish, clingy, or anything in between. Pond never judged me. He just accepted me as I was.
-Pond POV:
I smiled to myself, watching him curl up against me like a contented child. I couldn't help but laugh softly. He looked so peaceful, his breathing evening out as he pressed closer to me.
âAre you my child or my boyfriend, hmm? Sleeping like this"I teased, patting his head gently and rubbing slow circles on his back.
He let out a sleepy groan, nuzzling into my chest. âHmmâ¦.,â he mumbled, his voice barely audible.
My heart swelled at the sight of him so relaxed and vulnerable in my arms. I leaned down, brushing my lips against the top of his head. âYou can be both if you want,â I murmured, my voice low. âI donât mind taking care of you forever.â
He didnât respond, already half-asleep, but his grip on me tightened slightly. I held him close, watching the sun dip below the horizon. With Phuwin in my arms, I felt complete. He wasnât just my boyfriend he was my home, my peace, my everything.
And in that moment, as the world quieted around us, I knew Iâd do anything to protect him and keep this happiness alive.
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The world seemed to fade away, leaving only the two of us. I continued to hold him close, feeling the steady rise and fall of his chest against mine. His body was warm and soft, and I couldn't help but smile as I felt him relax deeper into my arms.
As I watched him, I couldn't help but think about how lucky I was to have him here, with me, so trusting, so vulnerable. He had always been the one to hold me up when I needed it, and now it felt like I was holding him up in return. I ran my fingers through his hair, my heart swelling with affection.
Then, without warning, his breathing slowed, becoming more even, and I knew he was drifting off to sleep. His body softened in my arms, his grip on me loosening just slightly. I shifted carefully, adjusting him so he could rest more comfortably. I gently cradled him against me, trying not to disturb his peaceful slumber.
I watched him for a moment, taking in the way his eyelashes fluttered against his skin, the way his lips were slightly parted, as if he was in the most serene of dreams. It was a sight I never wanted to forget.
His breathing was even now, a soft rhythm that told me he was fully asleep. I carefully adjusted myself to make sure he was lying comfortably in my arms, then slowly stood, taking care not to disturb him. He was so light in my arms, his body feeling like a fragile treasure.
I carried him inside the tent, moving as quietly as possible. The ground was padded with sleeping bags and blankets. I knelt down, gently laying him on the thick blankets, pulling the covers over him to keep him warm.
He murmured softly, his face serene in sleep, but the words were a gentle hum, nothing more. I leaned down and pressed a soft kiss to his forehead, whispering, âI love you,â even though I knew he couldn't hear me.
I lay beside him, pulling the blanket over myself, and wrapped my arms around him again, holding him close. The warmth of his body next to mine, the soft sounds of his breathing, made me feel more at peace than I had in days. It was like we were in our own world, a place where nothing could touch us.
As I lay there, I realized I didnât need anything else in this world. I had him, and that was more than enough.
I closed my eyes, letting the peace of the moment wash over me. And before I knew it, I had fallen asleep too, wrapped up in him.
-To be continuedâªï¸
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