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.

were outside, after all, so Zephyr did his best to restrain his

stand properly. “I won’t push you if you’re reluctant. But… can you give me a little encouragement from time to time? At least let me feel that

lips together and stayed silent with her eyes

took a deep breath and smiled at

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

read only on ninjanovel.com After some time, she said slowly, “It’s my first time running into something like this, and I panicked a little.

might backfire instead if I did

Out of curiosity, though, he

established organization. It does Carter no good making the matter go viral. People might not believe

act recklessly

a few words.” Cordelia chuckled wryly. “I still have to

hand and hugged her gently again. As her face was pressed against his chest, she

his voice low and gentle. “You’re already doing great. You live well even without relying on

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