Chapter 17
Chapter 17
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Simon soon felt a wave of disappen wash over him. Tiena was completely absorbed in her mobile game, not even bothering to look his wory
How could the have forgraten me so quickly he thought she’s will mad at me for something, It feels like she is
ntentionally avoiding me
He furrowed his brows, thinking. “Tiana is acting a bit melydramatic. I explained that we would have a better chance to get engaged next time. Why can’t the understand me I didn’t cheat on her with Jocelyn–1 was just helping a friend in need. Otherwise, I would be considered cold–hearted”
Suppressing his annoyance, Simon made a mental note to talk to Tiana later, just the two of them.
Jocelyn noticed Simon’s lingering glances at Tiana, and it made her uneasy. “Mr. Fletcher, the dance music has started,” she said, trying to pull him back into the moment
Snapping back to reality, Simon took Jocelyn in his arms. He wanted to show Tiana that he was exceptional–that no one in Novavista could match him.
Simon danced with confidence, moving with the elegance and grace of a true gentleman Jocelyn was equally determined to shine, doing her best to avoid any mistakes.
As they approached the final part of their routine, Jocelyn stumbled slightly on a move. It was only a minor slip, but they still performed better overall than Arabella and Gideon, scoring a solid nine
[Wow! Simon is so handsome! I could burst!]
It’s been fifteen years and I’m crying over this performance! Simon is a legend in the entertainment world!]
His dance gave me goosebumps. If it weren’t for Jocelyn, they would have scored perfect]
[With Simon here, who can take first place? The next group is doomed!)
You can’t even compare the bodyguard to him–totally not on the same level 1 bet they score at most three points.]
[If I were Tiana or the bodyguard, I’d just quit now. Why bother?]
When Tiana heard the score for Jocelyn and Simon, she felt a wave of defeat wash over her. Enoch couldn’t dance, and he hadn’t even practiced with her. She wondered if they should just back out.
Tristan spotted her sitting alone and nudged her and Enoch to get ready.
Reluctantly, Tiana set her phone down and stood up. Just then, a tall, solid hand reached out toward her. She looked up to see Enoch, whose eyes were deep and unreadable.
Taking a deep breath, Tiana slowly extended her hand into his “Let’s just dance casually,” she said in a low voice. “If it doesn’t
work out.
we can forfeit”
Enoch pulled her in close, his tone warm and steady. “I don’t want you to go hungry.”
Tiana thought to herself, ‘Does he think I won’t be hungry if he’s here? He’s physically strong, but tango is a different story. It’s understandable if he struggles
Just as she was about to say more, he leaned in and whispered. “Unbutton the first two buttons of my shirt.”
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Tiana stared at him, unsure she had heard correctly..
With an intense look in his eyes, Enoch added, “Everyone is watching”
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She bit her lip, glancing at him to signal him to do it himself. But he stayed still too. With a nervous tingling in her scalp, Tiana reached up and slowly unbuttoned his shirt.
Are they seriously just going to dance? Why is she unbuttoning his shirt? Are they turning this into something else?]
[This is ridiculous! If they can’t dance, they shouldn’t try to grab attention like this.]
When Tiana’s slender fingers reached the first button of Enoch’s stand–up collar shirt, her fingertips accidentally brushed against his Adam’s apple. A jolt of electricity ran through her. She glanced at the sharp contour of his neck, her long eyelashes fluttering. I didn’t mean to do that,” she said.
Enoch chuckled softly. “It’s okay if it’s on purpose.”
[Oh my gosh, I can’t take this!
[Simon’s fans don’t go wild like this. We Tianoch fans just enjoy the show–nothing wrong with that!]
[Did anyone see how Enoch’s Adam’s apple just bobbed? I’m so excited I can’t even get comfortable.]
[Forget
the dancing–just make a baby right here! I’m a grown woman, and I’m loving this!]
Tiana shot a glare at Enoch, signaling him to keep it cool. With so many people around and the cameras rolling, he really needed to be more careful. She quickly unbuttoned the second button, revealing his collarbone, and the comments came pouring in.
Simon’s gaze darkened as he watched Tiana undo Enoch’s shirt. His handsome face looked like a storm brewing. His fists. clenched at his sides as he thought, “So that’s why she was ignoring me before. She’s really using this bodyguard just to provoke me. She’s got bad taste.
And this bodyguard thought he could impress the judges with such cheap tricks? He can’t even afford to take Tiana out for a fancy dinner.
As Enoch guided Tiana to the competition area, cameras focused on them. Tiana felt a wave of nerves wash over her, dreading how poorly they might perform. But Enoch was unfazed, his expression steady as if nothing could rattle him. Tiana couldn’t help but admire his composure.
The music began, filling the air with a beautiful melody. It was her turn to take the lead.
[Why is this bodyguard so confident? How can he even think of dancing after Simon? If it were me, I’d just give up.
[Haha, he’s really going for the attention with that collarbone! Let’s see if he can back it up.]
[Whatever! It’s just a dancing competition.]
The comments flooded in, many mocking Enoch’s confidence. Even some Tianoch fans found themselves worried for Enoch. After all, he hadn’t practiced at all. No one thought he could tango with Tiana.
After Tana showed a few moves, it was Enoch’s turn. She watched him with concern but movements smoothly
was surprised when he executed his
Tiana was taken aback–he didn’t seem stiff at all. Before she could think too much about it, she stepped forward and placed her hand on his chest.
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In response, his large hand found her waist. She could feel the warmth of his body through his shirt. When she pushed away, he pulled her back firmly into his arms. He was commanding
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Suddenly, they were so close she could feel his warm breath against her skin. Tiana found herself a little distracted. He was way better than she had expected.
“Just relax and let the dance flow,” Enoch said softly, sensing her tension.
Tiana didn’t think he’d bother helping her stay calm; she really had underestimated him, “Didn’t you say you’d never danced before?” she asked.
“I hadn’t, but I remember the steps in my head,” he replied confidently.
Before Tiana could respond, Enoch leaned in close, his lips brushing her ear as he whispered. “Stay focused, let the music guide you, and trust me completely.”
Her heart skipped a beat at his words. Taking a deep breath, Tiana adjusted her emotions. Under Enoch’s lead, she loosened up, moving more naturally.
With his deep–set eyes and upright posture, Enoch took her hand and spun her effortlessly. Her skirt twirled like a butterfly dancing among the flowers. After a few spins, as he pulled her back into his embrace, her skirt danced against his black. trousers, creating an intimate moment filled with warmth and lasting connection.
His long arm wrapped around her waist, while his other hand intertwined with hers. Their legs tangled together as they locked eyes, feelings of deep affection and pure joy swirling between them. The music swelled, and it felt like they were in their own world, lost in the moment
With one smooth motion, he lifted her off the ground and twirled her around. Tiana trusted him completely, her hands curling around his neck like vines. Together, they journeyed through a vibrant floral landscape in her mind. It was exhilarating and refreshing, a wonderful escape.
As the final note faded, she bent into his embrace, and their eyes met. It felt electric, like sparks were flying in the air around them.
He gazed at her with deep eyes that seemed to pull her in. Their faces were so close that their noses nearly touched. In that moment, they reflected each other’s feelings, while she was locked in a warm embrace against his strong chest, feeling his heated breath and rapid heartbeat.
The room became so quiet that one could practically hear a pin drop.
Tiana noticed a bead of sweat trickling down his sharp jaw. Her gaze followed it to his slightly parted lips. The low, breathy sounds from the microphone he was wearing reached her ears, flooding her mind with a mix of desire and excitement. She felt dazed, lost in the moment.
Finally, it was Tristan who broke the silence. The sound of enthusiastic applause filled the air. Judges raised their scorecards: ten points. They all scored them perfectly. Even the president of the Tango Association approached them, inviting Tiana and Enoch to compete in the next tango event.
Snapping back to reality, Tiana gently pulled away from Enoch’s arms. She brushed her hair back from her face and smiled. saying, “Thank you for the invitation, but we’re just amateurs. We just got lucky there.”
She realized how much she had underestimated Enoch. Dancing with him had been such a whirlwind, she hadn’t felt that free and selfless in ages. She couldn’t help but steal another glance at him.
He approached her holding a thermos, his handsome face unbothered by their high score, still calm and collected. “Are you thirsty?” he asked.
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Tiana noticed that when he focused on someone, it created this aura of intimacy that was hard to ignore. She swallowed, realizing she was indeed parched.
