Celina looked away, feeling her eyes well up again. But Thor gently lifted her chin, forcing her to look at him.

"You're right about everything you said. I was a jerk, arrogant, controlling. I hid behind a facade, behind contracts, behind a fake engagement... And I treated you like you were just a passing fancy. But you're not.

His voice grew even quieter, his breathing uneven.

"I want you. Not just for today. Not just for one night. I want you in my life."

Celina felt her heart race. And before she could say anything, Thor slowly approached her, as if asking for permission with his body. She didn't back away. When their lips touched, the kiss was slow, deep, full of what they could never say with words.

This time there was no rush. He held her carefully, as if afraid she would disappear between his fingers. His hands traced the contours of her back as she let herself go, feeling the warmth of his body mingle with hers.

Their clothes were removed slowly, as if each piece represen