CHAPTER 231: THE DOOM OUTSIDE

Caleb stood beside her, his presence reassuring. "It'll be alright. We'll get through this." Juliet nodded, grateful for his support. "I hope so." Suddenly, the elevator jolted, causing Juliet to stagger forward and fall into Caleb's arms. For a moment, they froze, their eyes locking in a silent exchange. Caleb's heart skipped a beat as he held her close, feeling her warmth against him. "Juliet..." She pulled away gently, her voice soft but resolute. "Caleb, we can't..." He sighed, his expression pained but understanding. "I know." Juliet took a deep breath, gathering her thoughts. "I... I can't cheat on Daniel. Not again. My feelings for you, they're real. But I have to do what's right." Caleb nodded slowly, his voice barely above a whisper. "I understand. I just hope you don't regret this." Juliet looked at him, her eyes filled with conflicted emotions. "I won't. I can't." Caleb gave her a small, sad smile. "Then I guess we're stuck here together, one way or another." Julie