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Chapter 278: Ani’s Confession Begins

Chapter 278: Ani’s Confession Begins

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The Chapter begins with Adam and Ani still seated together on the train.

The compartment is filled with the gentle hum of the train’s motion and the faint chatter of other passengers.

Ani stares out of the window, watching the blur of passing scenery, her mind racing with thoughts she can’t seem to quiet.

Beside her, Adam sits quietly, his hand still holding hers. The warmth of her touch grounds him, but he can’t ignore the rapid beat of his own heart, still reeling from the words he had shared moments ago.

Adam’s gaze drifts to Ani briefly, wondering what’s going through her mind. She seems calm on the surface, but he notices the faint nervousness in the way she bites her lip and shifts her gaze outside.

Does she regret sitting with me? he wonders, his thoughts tinged with doubt.

Ani, meanwhile, wrestles with her own feelings. She sneaks a glance at Adam through the corner of her eye, noticing his slightly furrowed brow.

He’s nervous too... she realizes, a small spark of courage building inside her. If Adam could share his feelings so openly, maybe she could too.

After a moment of silent deliberation, Ani takes a deep breath, steeling herself. She turns to face Adam, her movement catching him off guard.

Adam notices Ani shifting toward him and meets her gaze, his heart skipping a beat.

Her eyes are filled with determination, though a hint of nervousness lingers beneath the surface. He straightens in his seat, his pulse quickening. What is she about to say? he wonders.

Perched on Adam’s shoulder, Sona and Tayo exchange knowing glances. Sona, always attuned to the emotions around her, picks up on Ani’s inner turmoil.

Speaking telepathically, Sona sends a message to Ani: "Ani, if you want, I can connect your thoughts directly to Lord Adam’s. It might make things easier for you."

Ani’s gaze briefly flickers to Adam’s shoulder, though she can’t see Sona. In her mind, she responds with a firm but kind reply: "Thank you, Sona, but I want to do this on my own."

Sona is momentarily surprised by Ani’s bravery but quickly recovers, a playful smile crossing her face. "How courageous of you, Ani. I’m impressed."

Tayo, sitting on Adam’s opposite shoulder, nods in agreement. "She’s right. Ani is truly courageous."

Adam feels the telepathic exchange in the background but chooses to stay focused on Ani, who seems to be gathering her thoughts.

He watches her carefully, noting the slight tremble in her hands and the way her eyes dart nervously before finally locking with his. He doesn’t say a word, letting her take her time.

Ani takes another deep breath, her hands clenching slightly before relaxing. She opens her mouth to speak, her voice soft but steady.

"Adam," she begins, her tone carrying a mix of vulnerability and resolve, "I’ve been imagining what it would be like to say this to you for a long time."

Adam’s eyes widen slightly, and his heartbeat quickens. He has an inkling of what she might say but doesn’t dare assume. Is she going to say what I think she is? he wonders, his thoughts racing.

Ani pauses, her chest rising and falling as she works up the courage to continue.

Her hand tightens around Adam’s, and she places her free hand on top of his, her touch both firm and gentle. She looks directly into his eyes, her expression sincere.

"I feel so happy when I’m with you," she says, her voice trembling slightly. "I feel safe, like everything is okay, no matter what’s happening around us."

Adam is stunned into silence. He can see the effort Ani is putting into her words, the way her cheeks flush as she speaks. He doesn’t interrupt, sensing she has more to say.

Ani takes another pause, her heart pounding so loudly she wonders if Adam can hear it. She glances down briefly, her fingers nervously toying with his.

"I want to be there for you, Adam," she continues, her voice growing steadier. "Through everything. I want to stand beside you in your happiness and in your sadness. I want to share your burdens and celebrate your victories."

Her words hang in the air, carrying a weight that Adam can feel deep in his chest. He’s frozen, his mind reeling from the sheer honesty and depth of her confession. How long has she felt this way? he wonders.

Ani takes one final deep breath, summoning every ounce of courage she has left. Her cheeks are bright pink now, and her voice wavers as she speaks the words she’s been holding onto for so long.

"Adam," she says, her eyes glistening with unshed tears, "I’ve wanted to tell you this for so long... I like you. No, I love you."

The confession is like a bolt of lightning, striking Adam and leaving him momentarily paralyzed. He stares at her, his mouth slightly open as he processes her words.

The compartment around them seems to fade away. The hum of the train, the chatter of passengers, even the blur of the scenery outside—it all disappears. For Adam, there is only Ani and the raw vulnerability in her gaze.

Ani’s heart races as she waits for Adam’s response, unsure of what to expect. The silence stretches on, and her nerves begin to get the better of her. She starts to look away, but Adam gently tightens his grip on her hand, grounding her.

"I..." Adam begins, his voice barely above a whisper. He swallows hard, his emotions swirling in a way he’s never experienced before.

He wants to say something, anything, to match the courage Ani has just shown. But for the first time in his life, he’s at a loss for words.

Sona and Tayo, perched on Adam’s shoulders, watch the scene unfold with bated breath. Sona resists the urge to tease, recognizing the gravity of the moment.

The Chapter ends with Adam and Ani locked in a silent but profound exchange, their connection deepening as they navigate this pivotal moment together.

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