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    “Are you in such a rush?”


    Her mind was indeed cluttered at the moment. She had been buried in paperwork, had a draining discussion with Caiden, and now was navigating this moment with Cedric. Her thoughts were tangled. She felt a thorough discussion was necessary to rify their rtionship.


    Cedric was naturally aware of Dani’s reservations. He understood her concerns perfectly.


    Determined, he admitted he would use any means necessary to secure Dani’smitment today. If he waited until tomorrow, once Dani had time to think it over, he feared he might lose his chance.


    Though anxious, Cedric hid his feelings well, asking smoothly, “Any more doubts? Let’s discuss them.”


    He maintained a calm demeanor while subtly pressing forward. Dani responded with a simple, “No.”


    “Is it the pace that bothers you? Do you think we’re moving too quickly?” Cedric asked further.


    Dani confirmed with a nod.


    “Too quickly, you say?” Cedric asked.


    “I’ve made my choice, and you’ve given your promise. It’s inevitable, whether it happens today or tomorrow. Does the timing truly make a difference?”


    Dani found her thoughts increasingly scrambled by Cedric’s arguments.


    Cedric continued, “If we are destined together, why not fully embrace our future now? You’ll need toe to terms with this eventually, and I’m here to support you as you adjust.”


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    Dani bit her lip thoughtfully.


    “How much time will you give me to adapt?”


    “That’s for you to decide. Whenever you’re ready, we’ll share the same bed.”


    Dani blushed deeply.


    “That’s not what I was referring to.”


    Cedricughed.


    “Of course, not that. Let’s secure our marriage certificate today. As for the rest, you set the pace. It’s only fair.


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    Dani felt cornered. It seemed Cedric hadid out a strategic n, and she was inadvertently ying into his hands at every turn.


    As the official was poised to stamp the marriage certificate, Dani turned to Cedric.


    “We need to keep this under our hats for the time being.”


    Cedric gave a subtle nod, his eyes tracking the official’s movements, and gestured. The seal pressed down.


    Dani stared at him, dazed.


    “You once mentioned sharing a bed someday. But I get to set the pace—you promised.”


    Cedric’s demeanor was easygoing. Grasping the marriage certificate firmly, he tucked it securely into his suit pocket. Only then did he take Dani’s hand in his, telling her, “Alright, I’ll dance to your tune, honey.”


    That day, the sun zed down with unusual fervor. As Cedric led Dani out, her mind was a whirlwind.


    Married, just like that?


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