Nine Hot Therians and Their Only One Queen novel Chapter 507

**When She Opened the Door to the Life She Was Afraid to Live by Nora Vale Kingsley**

**Chapter 507 He’s So Cute**

Calum’s gaze lingered on Emma’s lips, still glistening with the remnants of their passionate kisses, a vivid red that contrasted beautifully with her porcelain skin. As he shifted his focus to her eyes, he noticed they were bright with tears, yet shimmering with a soft, hazy joy that made his heart race.

His throat tightened, and he felt his Adam’s apple bob as he struggled to find the right words. His voice emerged, gravelly and raw, as if he were dragging it from the depths of his soul.

“Emy…” he paused, his breath catching in his throat as he searched her face for any hint of uncertainty. “After you have the cub, we’ll complete our bonding, all right?”

His tone was gentle, a plea wrapped in affection, as he sought reassurance in her expression.

A smile broke across Emma’s face, crinkling the corners of her eyes, and the glistening tears transformed into a radiant joy that seemed to light up the room, as if she had gathered all the stars from the night sky and held them within her gaze.

“Sure.”

Her response was clear and unwavering, not a trace of hesitation to be found.

This was precisely the future she had envisioned for herself.

Calum stared at her, disbelief washing over him like a tidal wave, followed by a rush of excitement that made his heart pound. In an impulsive gesture, he wrapped her tightly in his arms, resting his chin atop her head, savoring the warmth and softness of her presence. He rubbed her back gently before releasing her, almost reluctantly.

In that moment, he understood the fervent emotions that his fellow soldiers had described—how their hearts could surge after enduring the solitude of single life for far too long.

Once the floodgates opened, there was no turning back.

Calum refrained from holding her any longer, every ounce of his self-control straining against the urge to lose himself in her completely.

Emma, sensing his inner turmoil, waited patiently for him to regain his composure before her curiosity bubbled to the surface. “I overheard you discussing something with the Empire’s high officials about Nexus Prime Tech. What’s happening? Isn’t that Damian’s company?”

The mention of Damian sent a jolt through Calum. Memories of Corvin’s words from the previous day echoed in his mind—Damian had once pursued Emma, and the thought gnawed at him. He had confirmed with Lucien that only two days remained until Emma and Damian’s bond would officially dissolve.

Was Emma still harboring feelings for him?

Calum maintained a neutral expression as he began to explain, “Damian’s Nexus Prime Tech is facing significant issues. He’s offered Lucien and me sixty percent of the company’s profits if we assist him in resolving the crisis.”

He watched Emma’s reaction closely, gauging her response. “But Emy, I don’t even need the money. If you’re uncomfortable with it, I can tell Damian to keep it. I’ll help him for free.”

“Why wouldn’t you take it?” Emma countered, her brow furrowing in disbelief. “You handled those higher-ups for him. It’s only fair that he compensates you.”

Calum had not just intimidated a group of nobodies; he had faced formidable opponents, and Emma understood that more trouble could arise in the future. If Damian wished to pay him for his efforts, she believed that was entirely reasonable.

Leaning into Calum’s embrace, she smiled warmly. “You’re worried I still care about Damian, aren’t you? But I’ve already severed ties with him. That chapter is closed.”

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