I Love You, Miss Genius

"Honey..."

Ivor stared deeply at Bonnie, desiring to incorporate her into his very being. Bonnie's heart fluttered under his gaze, her cheeks reddening slightly as she averted her eyes.

Bonnie's heartstrings were tugged as she noticed that although Ivor was holding an umbrella, the heavy rain had soaked his shoulders and hair, making him look like a drenched puppy. Her voice softened considerably. "Come inside. Don't stand in the rain."

"Okay." Ivor's response was filled with evident joy and excitement, showing how much it meant to him to be invited into her home late at night.

Bonnie smiled at his expression, though she didn't say anything. She handed him a dry towel. "Dry off quickly so you don't catch a cold."

"This wouldn't have happened if you'd given me a key when I asked. If you'd agreed, I wouldn't have had to ring the doorbell and wait for you to come down."

After considering his words, Bonnie took a key from a drawer. Ivor's excitement was palpable. "Does this mean I can move in and live with you?"

too far ahead! I'm only giving you the key because you never play by the rules. It's just for emergencies.

Ivor asked in the puzzle, "Why

the saying, 'distance makes the heart

our relationship is already strong. Distance doesn't apply to us." Ivor took her

you. Or you could move in with me. I could take care of you when you're

That's my bottom line. Don't

Though slightly disappointed, Ivor

principled and wouldn't change her mind easily, so

a hot shower. Don't catch a cold."

warmed at her

shook her head at his beaming

the