Sebastian frowned slightly but nodded. “If that’s what you want, then go. Just remember, you don’t need to please any one of them.”

Kourtney smiled, and he held her close, his arms wrapped tightly around her as if he never wanted to let her go. She had felt safe, protected, and loved.

His support always warmed her heart. He was becoming more and more sweet and compassionate. It was almost like he was now a different man from the one who had coerced and bullied her to the city hall under duress.

When she had playfully pecked his cheeks in appreciation, he took that as an excuse to pounce on...