Shirley cleared her throat. Zacharias wasn’t old; he was just much older than her.

“Well, you are older than me,” Shirley said diplomatically, leading Zacharias to grunt. “So, you do think I’m old.”

Shirley looked up at the man under the light. He was in the prime of his life, and men like him only became more charming with age.

“No, no, you’re not old,” Shirley argued. It won’t do you any good if he gets seriously irritated. Just go along with him, Shirley!

Of course, Zacharias caught the insincerity in her reply, and his mood soured by the second. At that, he got up and said, “Come upstairs with me.”

was already half past ten. “You go ahead

stayed downstairs for a few more minutes to make sure he had gone upstairs before deciding to return to her room to

turn on the light when, in the dimly lit room, a tall figure pressed against her. Her red lips were covered

released his hand over her lips, and his lips took possession

the air like an intricate web that enveloped Shirley. It was full of temptation, making her want

back of her neck was held by the man’s large hand. The feeling

forbidden, she couldn’t

let out a low chuckle, his forehead touching hers, and his

whether she liked it or not. Most likely, she did, or else she wouldn’t have stopped struggling

out of my room,” she said hoarsely, her

I sleep here tonight?” the man asked, taking advantage

cupped her face and planted a kiss on her forehead. The affectionate kiss

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