I Love You, Miss Genius

"Bonnie, do you see that? There's a large patch of blue barberry up ahead. My goodness, we finally found it. If we had to walk any further, my legs would have given out," Andreas exclaimed.

Bonnie laughed at his dramatic display. "Your stamina needs work. If people knew a girl outdid you, wouldn't that be embarrassing?"

"Being outdone by you is nothing to be ashamed of. I wholeheartedly admit defeat," Andreas replied cheerfully as he walked towards the blue barberry.

"Is this enough for you, or should we look for more elsewhere?" Andreas asked.

"This is plenty," Bonnie said.

She then pulled out the tools she had prepared and began harvesting the plants. The blue barberry had a layer of mucus on its surface, which was slightly toxic and would make one's hands extremely itchy if touched without gloves. Proper preparation was crucial to avoid severe itching.

This patch of blue barberry was in excellent condition, with a vibrant vitality that gave it a higher medicinal value than usual. Their journey had undoubtedly been worthwhile.

Leaning against a nearby tree, Andreas watched Bonnie intently as she carefully harvested the blue barberry. His heart began to beat uncontrollably.

Each beat was louder than

think of anything other than the woman before him. From the moment he first

himself staring at Bonnie,

her

up and was

veget

gaze. Feeling

slightly

what's wrong? What

reverie, Andreas quickly looked away, worried she might see through his thoughts. He coughed lightly to cover his nervousness. "Ahem-nothing, nothing at

Andreas nodded. "Alright."

"Who's there?!"

walked side by side, Andreas suddenly sensed something and instinctively jumped in front of Bonnie, spreading his arms to shield her. He looked

her brows, slung the bag over her shoulder, and scanned their surroundings cautiously. "Where are