Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 746

Dailey just stood there, silent, caught in a peculiar situation that seemed straight out of a modern fairy tale.

Here he was, a centuries-old fox spirit, somehow tangled up in trying to stir a bit of worldly affection in a heart that was meant to be devoted to higher pursuits. Dailey had no choice but to brace himself, mentally preparing for what was to come.

He attempted a smile, one so forced it looked downright goofy.

"Ha, ha."

Christine scoffed, "Your smile is as dry as your apology."

Dailey did his best, heaving a sigh, "Is there anything else you need me to do then?"

"And how is doing something within your comfort zone considered a request?" she retorted, attempting to wriggle free from his hold.

"A sincere effort means doing what you find challenging, Mr. Clarkson. Now, would you kindly let go of me?"

Dailey looked down, his breath warm against her neck as he sighed deeply.

"I'm at your mercy."

With that, he lifted his gaze, trying again to smile.

use. His expression remained lifeless, a mere twitch of the

eyes failed to light up with mirth, a clear sign his heart wasn't

his struggle, finally decided

can't walk another step. Carry me back and make sure to have dinner ready when

his feet, Dailey scooped her up,

clothes from the dressing room, following them out of the hotel. Christine, resting her chin on

close associates," Dailey

Two, Three, Four,

"Exactly."

Simple and straightforward.

something, "Where were

watch outside while I went to find you. Ensuring no one would disturb us on the top floor." Christine's

Dailey didn't deny it.

agitated, "I

eye on him. Plus, this allows us to

your childhood friend who's behind

her, I'll treat her the same as anyone

momentarily at a loss

- mention someone,

shifted to Nelly, "Why