CHAPTER 229: ELEVATOR, LOVERS, CONFUSION

Caleb took a deep breath, his eyes softening as he gazed at Juliet. "I just hope you know what you're doing, Juliet. And I hope you don't end up regretting it." Juliet's gaze held his, her voice steady despite the turmoil in her heart. "I won't regret it, Caleb. I know what I'm doing." They stood there, locked in a silent battle of wills, each trying to convey the depth of their emotions through their eyes. Juliet could feel her heart melting, the raw honesty in Caleb's eyes making it difficult to maintain her composure. She fought the urge to close the distance between them, to give in to the powerful connection they shared. The elevator shook violently again, the lights flickering ominously. Juliet gasped, losing her balance and stumbling forward. Caleb instinctively reached out, catching her and pulling her close to his chest. She could feel his heart beating rapidly against her ear, a steady, comforting rhythm that momentarily drowned out her fears. Caleb's arms tightened aroun