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CHAPTER 453
~Zara's POV~
The moment Snow mouthed 'I love you', my chest filled with warmth that almost melted me on the spot. I smiled and blew him a kiss, holding his gaze.
But before I could lose myself in the soft moment, the distinct sound of a car pulling into Kaid's compound broke the silence.
Heads turned toward the windows and voices dropped. Everyone paused.
Then I felt it—felt her.
That familiar spark of connection—the warmth of an unbreakable bond forged through years of friendship and shared pain. My heart leapt, and I stood up even before the knock came.
I was halfway to the door when it pushed open.
And there she was.
Tears streaked Ella's cheeks. Her hair was slightly tousled, and her breath uneven, but her eyes—those fierce, loyal eyes—were locked onto mine.
"El…" I began, my throat tightening, but I didn't even get to finish her name.
