Pursuing Her (Sophie and Tristan)

Chapter 173 Tristan Has Not Tasted The Holy Grail

listen to me? Have dinner with me now, and get Tanny to send you back home to rest so that you can attend school tomorrow.”“All right. In that case, promise me that you’ll obey whatever Arius says in the hospital.”Sophie’s mind was put at ease after placing him under Arius’ care. Coincidentally, he had yet to return to Anglandur.“Fine. I promise.”Once they were done with dinner, Tristan drove Sophie back to Wisteria Apartments.“Rest early.” Tristan had to leave as he had other engagements.“Mr. Tristan, about Clayton, do you need me—”“It’s fine. I can handle him.” Tristan reassured her, “Everything is under control.”Clayton is no more than an insect who doesn’t even deserve my attention.“Anyway, I’m heading back out.”“Mm-hmm. Go ahead.” When Sophie walked to the door to see him out, she gave him a curious look when he hesitated to leave.What is he waiting for?“Mr. Tristan, is there anything else?”Reaching out his hand, Tristan pulled her into his arms before giving her a kiss on her forehead.“What am I to do? At the sight of you, I no longer want to leave. Instead, I feel the urge to stay by your side.”Sophie was rendered speechless.How is this my fault? I didn’t even do anything!“Mr. Tristan!” Sophie gently pushed him away before staggering back. “Go!”“In that case, just give me a kiss. Once you kiss me, I’ll be motivated to leave.” Tristan decided to adopt a different approach.Nonetheless, the sudden change in his demeanor gave Sophie a shock.“Mr. Tristan!” Even though she had developed feelings for him, it was still not in her character to wear her heart on her sleeve.Tristan sighed in resignation.“It’s all right. I’ll wait for the day when you’ll take the initiative.” Tristan planted the gentlest of pecks on her lips before leaving quickly.If he didn’t leave soon, he was worried that he would be overwhelmed by his growing desire to stay.By the time Tristan arrived at Blossom Garden, the other three were already waiting. Felix quickly pulled out a bench to welcome him.“Didn’t we agree to meet in twenty minutes? What took you so long? Were you doing something unspeakable with Sophie?”“Felix, what are you thinking? If both of them were really doing it, it would be impossible for Mr. Tristan to get here in twenty minutes. At the very least, he would need two hours. My guess is that Mr. Tristan hasn’t yet tasted the Holy Grail,” Charles teased.Without any hesitation, Sean nodded while adding, “That’s true. With Mr. Tristan’s stamina, two hours would be the minimum.”Felix, too, nodded in agreement.“Mr. Tristan, I’m sorry to have underestimated your capabilities. Given how enamored you are with Sophie, I’m sure Sophie will not be able to escape your clutches for three days and nights during your first escapade together.Felix had barely finished when the other three burst into laughter.“The three of you look like you’re enjoying yourselves. Now that my enemy is at my gates, all of you don’t seem to be bothered, is that it?” Despite Tristan’s calm tone, it was enough to send a chill down everyone’s spine.“Mr. Tristan, Clayton is desperate to make his presence felt. Since he has a death wish, why don’t you help him along his journey?”Despite the Zales family’s influence, they were still insignificant insects compared to them.Sean nodded.“Exactly! The Zales family is no match for us at all.” Even though Clayton might prove troublesome, he didn’t pose a threat to their combined strength.“Mm-hmm. Since he wants to play, let’s oblige him. Besides, my hand is itching to get back into the game after so long.” A devious look descended upon Charles’ face.Since he had his dinner with Sophie, all Tristan did was pour