"Mm," he answered, tacitly permitting the small delay.
In the walk-in closet, Annelise Valentine faced the mirror, carefully applying her lipstick. She then checked her hair and makeup, ensuring everything was flawless before finally pulling the door open.
Outside the door, Jett Westgate was waiting quietly. He looked up at the sound of the door opening.
Their eyes met.
Annelise felt a little bashful under his gaze, but she still broke into a bright smile and did a little spin in front of him. "So? Was I worth the wait?"
Jett Westgate's gaze lingered on her for a few seconds, scanning her from the tips of her hair to her toes before returning to her sparkling eyes. "Mm, worth the wait."
He reached out and gently tucked a stray strand of hair from her shoulder behind her ear.
"Let's go."
Annelise hurried to catch up, her heart feeling as if little bubbles were fizzing up inside. She couldn't keep the smile off her face.
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