Chapter 135

• Maria stood at the door of Alex's apartment, her heart racing with excitement. It had been too long since they were last together, and the joy of finally being in his arms again made her giddy. As Alex opened the door, their eyes met, and without a word, they flew into each other's arms, hugging tightly as they both let out relieved sighs.
• "Maria, I missed you so much," Alex whispered, planting a soft kiss on her lips.
• "I missed you too, Alex," Maria replied, smiling. "It feels so good to finally be with you again."