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Spoiler!
The two became trapped in Eloise’s house for a day. Though neither spoke openly about their feelings, their actions and emotions revealed them. For Ryan, the fear of almost losing Eloise without ever confessing his love left a deep scar—a trauma he knew he would carry forever if fate had taken her away.
There, they finally shared a kiss. Ryan promised Eloise that once they were safe, he would reveal his true feelings: “In a situation like this, I don’t want to hold you,” he said, kissing her hand again and again. “No matter what, I’ll do my best to get us out of here. And after I’ve made everything clear before everyone, I’ll take your hand without shame.”