I Love You, Miss Genius

"You look a little..." Falcon dragged his words as he observed "Bonnie's" expression. He was waiting for her reaction to determine whether or not something was amiss.

Of course, Bonnie saw through him. She grinned playfully and got closer to him. "What's wrong? Do you have a problem with how I look?"

Falcon was shocked when she moved closer. He backed off and stammered, "Wh-whoa, you're a little too close there, buddy."

Bonnie turned sideways and said in puzzlement, "I thought you wanted to say something about my face. I thought you couldn't see clearly, so I leaned closer to ensure you could get a better look."

Falcon did not expect her to be so straightforward. He said embarrassedly, "I was just joking. I wanted to see how you'd react and didn't think you'd take it so seriously."

He was trying to figure her out and could not afford to show his intentions. Moreover, he could not cross the line until he had a definitive answer. The last thing he wanted was to piss Bonnie off and make her leave Billy's organization. If that happened, Billy would unleash his wrath on Falcon.

"Oh, that's why." Bonnie pretended to accept his explanation. "I thought you found something wrong with my face and wanted a better look."

Falcon rubbed his nose guiltily.

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everything Bonnie did, including

lies. According to Billy's explanation about Barrett's background, it's unlikely the latter can remain so calm when he's in the

knew he had to do more

noticed his curious gaze

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as she said playfully, "I'm

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