I Love You, Miss Genius

Ivor snorted light in response.

"This is something I have to do as a man. You don't get to turn it down."

She rolled her eyes at him again. "There you go with your smart mouth again."

"What are you talking about? Don't you think it's true?" His eyes were brimming with affection and humor. "I mean it. It doesn't matter what happens. I'm going to keep you safe. There's no need to be afraid."

Noticing that he was inching closer to her, she used her elbow and pressed against his chest. "Alright. I got it. Stop trying to take advantage of me when you're speaking."

His lips curled into a smile. The humor in his eyes thickened.

"Did you see through me already? You're just so smart, Bonnie."

"Geez. Just cut it out." She was beyond speechless now.

on everything he said, I have no idea

we're at the hotel." He ran his fingers through her

So, she didn't turn down his offer. She leaned on his chest, found a comfortable position, and closed

responded,

she

her even breathing, a sense of relief rose

and talked to Floyd, who was driving the car. "Did you hear everything she said earlier?" Floyd nodded in response.

He said, "Once we get back to the hotel, arrange for some men to be sent over from Pyralis. We

knew how important this order

was sound asleep

Come on, wake

eyes a crack. "What's

you promise me that you'll be coming with me to the new

at the hotel. However, what she said yesterday made me feel uneasy. I can't leave her here alone without being worried sick about her. I'll be able to see her anytime I want if I bring her along for the inspection. That'll make me feel