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"Mm…"

Xiang-Nuan's eyes widened in shock. She hadn't expected him to make such a sudden move. She tried to push him away, but he pressed her firmly against the door, trapping her in his embrace, making it impossible for her to move.

His long fingers threaded through her hair, holding the back of her head, while his other hand gripped her waist. He kissed her fiercely, as if trying to vent all the longing and frustration of the past few days.