Chapter 172

After polishing off his slice of cake, Connor glanced at the time and stood up.

“It’s getting late. I should get some rest and head home.”

“Are you sure you’re sober enough?” Camila asked, concerned. “Let me drive you.”

Connor chuckled softly. “I’m much better now

A sly twinkle appeared in bis eye. “If you drive me, I’d worry about you walking home alone late at night. Wouldn’t that just bring us back to square one?”

Camila nodded in agreement. “Alright, just be safe, and text me when you get home.”

“Please pack the cake for me,” Connor suddenly said.

Camila looked at him, puzzled. “Why do you want to take it with you?”

“It’s my birthday cake, so of course, I want to take it home,” Connor explained,

you don’t even

think it’s delicious,” Connor replied earnestly.

laugh. “Okay, I’ll

box and handed it to him. “Sir, good

Connor said, his eyes

left, Camila began tidying up the table. Her face lit

long legs do make a difference.

was buzzing as she lay in bed, tossing and turning. She recalled how she had sneakily kissed Connor.

when she

work and almost didn’t notice it

voice came excitedly through the phone. Camila paused, remembering their plans to go

actually downstairs at your office right now!” Rita’s voice was filled with anticipation and excitement. “Come down when

“But Mr. Connor hasn’t left work yet.

worries, I’ve already talked to him.

really refuse anymore. “Okay, see you in a bit.”

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