Return of the Crowned Heiress novel Chapter 468

"I… I…"

Felicia fumbled, trying to explain. But before she could say anything, the flawlessly handsome face before her suddenly loomed closer.

As Stephan's shadow enveloped her, she heard him murmur, "Now, it's my turn."

"You—mmph…"

Her words were abruptly cut off. It was not one of those gentle or fleeting kisses from before. At that moment, Stephan was far more intense as though he intended to devour her whole. The hand gripping her waist tightened inexorably.

It came like a storm, a ferocious offensive that he launched against her. Finally, in the midst of this fierce kiss, he even bit her. Felicia, unwilling to be outdone, bit him back just as hard.

What should've been a passionate kiss now carried an undertone of battle. It was fierce and unyielding.

It was unclear who gave in first nor who started it. Everything just happened naturally, as if it were inevitable.

…

When Felicia opened her eyes the next morning, her expression showed quite a range of complexity.

Stephan observed her for a while, finding her reaction amusing yet feeling a subtle sinking feeling in his chest. Fixing her gaze on her, he asked, "Do you regret it?"

Felicia widened her eyes. Though last night had been impulsive, she was painfully aware of the reasons behind her actions. She liked him, and her heart stirred for him. It was completely voluntary.

Facing Stephan's gaze, her cheeks and ears flushed a deep red, but she didn't look away. Instead, she replied firmly, "No, I don't."

Stephan froze for a moment, then smiled, "Felicia, I'll hold you to that."

"Yeah," she replied, blinking a few times. Whatever the reason, her heart had already made the decision before she took this step forward.

Since that was the case, she was willing to acknowledge her feelings. She would try to… respond to his affection.