Pursuing Her (Sophie and Tristan)

Chapter 63 A Goodnight Kiss

away on the dance floor in effortless harmony. It was their first time dancing together, yet they made for a completely compatible pairing. “Mr. Tristan, I didn’t think you had what it took to cause a national crisis,” Sophie remarked.“What do you mean?”“Sir, don’t tell me you can’t tell that all the ladies here are thinking of sinking their teeth into me and ripping me to pieces,” Sophie replied, deliberately emphasizing the word “sir.”“They’re just jealous that you’re much more beautiful than them. You don’t have to worry about a thing.”His response rendered Sophie speechless.Very well, then. Since you’re so handsome, everything you say is correct.“Mr. Tristan, this dance doesn’t require us to be so close together, does it?”At that moment, their bodies were pressed so closely together in uncomfortable proximity, and Sophie was sure that Tristan had to be doing it on purpose.“It does,” he answered simply.Sophie fell silent while the ladies in the crowd started buzzing with whispers.“What the heck? Just as I thought, Sophie is a minx! It’s too shameful to witness!” someone exclaimed.“You’re right! Is she trying to seduce Mr. Tristan?”“Let go of Mr. Tristan. Let me hold him instead,” another lady wailed.Unable to bear the sight of them dancing any longer, Winter turned and grabbed a glass of red wine before exiting the hall.Watching the man she had harbored feelings for since she was little being so close to another woman was too much for her.Danielle was also so angry that her face turned pale.When the music stopped, Tristan still did not want to let go of Sophie.“Mr. Tristan, I think that’s enough,” said Sophie.I’ve already been in the limelight too much today, and it wouldn’t be wise to go overboard. I certainly have no wish to make myself more enemies. Although I’m not afraid of them, I already have enough trouble on my plate.Finally, Tristan loosened his grip.She’s right. It wouldn’t be appropriate to take things too far. I mustn’t act too hastily.Having also had her fill of dancing, Ysabelle walked over with Felix.“Soph, this is your keycard.” Ysabelle handed a keycard to Sophie.Taking it from her, Sophie said, “I’m exhausted, Belle. I’ll go to my room to rest first. Happy birthday again.”“Sure. Felix, help me see Sophie to her room. There are many people here who’ve been eyeing her.”Ysabelle did not think anyone present was worthy of Sophie.However, Felix made no answer and merely looked at Tristan.How could he possibly give me the chance to do such a thing?Tristan piped up, “Felix can stay here with you. I’ll send Sophie up to her room.”“Goodnight,” Sophie murmured to Ysabelle and the others before leaving with Tristan.When Sophie reached her room and opened the door, she turned toward Tristan and said, “Goodnight, Mr. Tristan.”He leaned forward and pressed a kiss to her forehead.“A goodnight kiss. Go on in and get some rest.”Sophie found herself at a loss for words once again.How did I just get kissed by him again? This man is really… Why does he keep kissing others so casually?“What’s the matter? Are you hesitating to go into the room because you want to invite me to sleep with you?”“Get lost,” Sophie uttered curtly, then went into her room and shut the door behind her.That was the first time