Zephyr held onto Cordelia’s hand. Despite how tall he was, he lowered his head and grinned, staring at her. “Cordelia, see, it’s so late now…”

“Uh huh, so?”

“So, can I not leave?” He negotiated. “It’s so dark, and it’s dangerous on the road. Are you not worried that I’m going back alone?”

A giggle escaped Cordelia, and she laughed heartily.

She pushed him toward the exit, but the man was tall and well-built. She used up all her strength and still could not move him. Because she had exerted so much force, she lost her balance and actually fell right into his arms.

Zephyr tightened his arms around her waist, seizing the opportunity. His other hand went from her back to her neck and gently pinned the back of her head.

Cordelia could not help but meet his eyes, taking in their burning desire. Her heart skipped a beat, and she blushed. She averted her gaze elsewhere.

“D-Don’t be like this.” She gave his chest a nudge and felt warm.

all, so Zephyr did his best to restrain his

you give me a little encouragement from

and stayed silent with

deep breath and

back to talking about Carter. “Carter’s case isn’t something serious. I’ll give

like this, and

later, and it might backfire instead if I

He knew that she was smart. Out of curiosity, though, he asked, “Why

It does Carter no good making the matter go viral.

right.” Zephyr smiled. “It’s best not to act recklessly when the disparity of

it in a few words.” Cordelia chuckled wryly. “I still have to rely on you

As her face was pressed against his chest, she was engulfed in a sense of security upon

and gentle. “You’re

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