My Beloved Has Risen from Death's Embrace novel Chapter 446

Orion had secretly adored Xanthea for fourteen long years. Even on Xanthea's coming-of-age ceremony, Orion couldn't resist finding an excuse to attend. He didn’t want to miss the most important moment of her life.

Amidst the crowd, the young woman radiated an enchanting beauty in her shimmering sequin gown, her thick, wavy hair cascading down her back like seaweed, her figure outlined by the dress's delicate straps. Her smile, bright and inviting under the sunlight, made her resemble a dazzling mermaid, captivating everyone's gaze.

His once pure angel had transformed into a mesmerizing nymph. Every smile, every movement was as captivating as poppies, making him dizzy with infatuation.

He stood in a dim corner, quietly observing as she cut the cake, danced with friends, delivered a speech, and then, a bit tipsy from drinking, run alone to chased butterflies in the garden.

"Little butterfly, don't run! Don't run, little butterfly!"

"Little butterfly, I'm Xan, what's your name?"

She stumbled over to an iris, tilting her head in a confused yet utterly adorable manner that brought a smile to his face, reminding him of her childhood innocence, so endearing he wanted to hold her tight.

But in the next moment, she fell into the lake.

"Xannie, be careful!"

He leaped into the water and pulled her out.

In the cold, clear waters, she clung to him, her eyes briefly meeting his with a familiar warmth that shook his soul.