The King had been irritated when Vincent called off the engagement with the Yata royal family, yet the King had restrained his anger due to Vincent’s significant influence. But what if Hilary, Bernie, and everyone else turned against Vincent? It was clear they wouldn’t simply let things slide. Moreover, Katelyn was entangled with the Ruiz family. A peaceful coexistence seemed impossible.

Despite his worries, Vincent did not try to stop Katelyn. After a moment’s thought, he suggested, “If you’re set on going, I’ll come with you.” He would be too concerned if Katelyn went alone.

Katelyn gave Vincent a resigned look and sighed softly. She recognized this as his way of compromising. She could only respond, “Okay.” Vincent responded with a look of resignation, “But you seem unhappy about it?”

He was apprehensive about Katelyn going to the palace by herself. He couldn’t let her face it alone.

After a moment, Katelyn turned to Vincent and said, “I just don’t want you to be at risk. You might have avoided trouble altogether…”

“Don’t say that!” Vincent interjected sharply. He immediately steered the car to the side of the road and turned to Katelyn with a serious expression. “I won’t let you entertain such an idea.”

Vincent exuded an air of dominance. He refused to entertain the idea that Katelyn thought she was burdening him.

Without waiting for her response, he continued, “You matter to me, so I will support you in resolving this. Do you really think I would leave you to handle this alone because you say you don’t need help? What kind of person do you think I am?”

Katelyn fell silent. Her typically reserved heart seemed to warm slightly because of his words. Many viewed this man as cold and merciless. But only Katelyn understood how kind he truly was. Looking at Vincent, her expression softened. “I’m just concerned about you…”

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“Likewise,” Vincent retorted.

Katelyn froze, completely caught off guard, unsure of how to respond. Vincent’s only thought was to shield Katelyn—the woman he cherished. Nothing else in the world held any significance.

Emotion welled up in Katelyn’s chest. Without hesitation, she moved closer, looped her arms around his neck, and pressed her lips to his. In that moment, her only desire was to devote herself to this man forever. As long as he remained by her side, she would never leave him.

Feeling her soft lips against his, Vincent’s mouth curved into a smile. He pulled her into his arms, his hands settling around her waist as he deepened the kiss.

The confined space of the vehicle became thick with warmth, the air between them charged with passion.

Just then—Beep! A sharp horn shattered the moment, scattering the tenderness that had enveloped them. Vincent turned his head toward the sound. A traffic officer on a motorcycle had stopped beside them.

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