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"Sometimes, the most meaningful moments are the ones you don't expect—the ones that remind you what's worth fighting for."

The noise of the bustling Parisian street outside was muffled as Angelys stepped into the sleek, modern studio where the photoshoot was taking place

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The noise of the bustling Parisian street outside was muffled as Angelys stepped into the sleek, modern studio where the photoshoot was taking place. The makeup artist was putting finishing touches on her look, and the stylist adjusted the flowing dress that had been carefully chosen for the shoot. But despite the whirlwind of activity around her, her mind kept drifting to Franco.

He'd been busy with his F1 schedule, and just yesterday, he'd mentioned that he wouldn't be able to make it to Paris this time. It had been one of those moments when she'd had to swallow the disappointment, reminding herself that their lives were hectic. But deep down, she'd hoped that maybe, just maybe, there might be a surprise in store.

The photographer called for her attention, snapping her out of her thoughts. She posed for the camera, a practiced smile in place, though her heart wasn't entirely in it today. She was exhausted, running on a tight schedule, and still, the thought of Franco lingered in her mind.

As the shoot progressed, she found herself wondering how long it would be before they could finally have a quiet dinner together, just the two of them, without the intrusion of their demanding careers. But she couldn't dwell on it—there was work to be done.

A few moments later, just as the photographer called for another break, a soft knock came at the door. It was a simple sound, but it cut through the tension in the room. Angelys glanced toward the door, half-expecting it to be one of the assistants.

The door swung open slowly, and to her surprise, it wasn't an assistant standing in the doorway.

It was Franco.

Her breath caught in her throat as she saw him standing there, a bouquet of flowers in his hands, his familiar smile lighting up his face. She blinked, unsure if she was seeing things.

"You weren't supposed to be here," she said, her voice a mix of astonishment and warmth, a smile tugging at her lips.

Franco chuckled, his eyes twinkling with mischief. "I know. But I couldn't stay away." He stepped forward, the bouquet between them, his eyes softening as he took in her expression. "I figured you could use a little surprise."

Angelys felt her heart flutter in her chest, the exhaustion from the shoot momentarily forgotten. She stepped toward him, letting out a breath she hadn't realized she was holding. The chaos of the studio, the noise, the demands of her job—they all seemed to fade as she reached him.

"You're insane," she said, shaking her head, though she couldn't hide the joy that spread across her face.

"I know," Franco replied with a grin, offering her the flowers. "But it's worth it to see that smile."

Angelys took the bouquet from him, her fingers brushing against his. The world outside the studio seemed so distant now, and in this small, intimate space, it was just the two of them—no F1 races, no photoshoots, just the raw, undeniable connection that had been growing between them.

Without another word, Franco pulled her into his arms. It was a gesture that was simple but carried so much meaning. Angelys let herself melt into the embrace, her head resting on his chest. She felt the steady rhythm of his heartbeat, and for a moment, the noise of the world faded completely. There was just him—her anchor in the storm.

"I missed you," Franco whispered, his voice low and tender.

"I missed you too," Angelys replied, her voice soft.

Then, as if on instinct, she tilted her head up, and their lips met in a kiss—a kiss that was slow and tender, yet filled with the urgency of their time apart. It was a kiss that spoke of longing, of the weight of the moments they'd missed, and of the simple, beautiful truth of their connection.

When they pulled apart, they both smiled, their foreheads resting together, eyes closed for a beat as if savoring the closeness.

"This is perfect," Angelys whispered, her voice barely audible.

Franco chuckled, his lips brushing against her forehead as he pulled away slightly. "Not perfect yet. We've got dinner to get to. But for now, I'm happy just being here with you."

She nodded, her heart swelling with affection. In the middle of the chaos that surrounded them both, moments like this—unexpected, raw, and full of love—reminded her that this was what truly mattered. Their relationship, their connection, was worth all the sacrifices they had to make to keep it alive.

And in this moment, nothing else mattered but that.

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