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 like

that? I think it’s delicious,” Connor

couldn’t help but laugh. “Okay, I’ll

into a box and

Connor said, his

the table. Her face lit up with a sweet

a message from Connor confirming he had gotten home safely. “Those long legs do make a difference. He got home much faster than

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

the night deepened, she had no idea when

next day, Camila was busy with work and almost didn’t notice it was nearly time to leave. She rubbed

in the country!” Rita’s voice came excitedly through the phone. Camila paused, remembering their plans to

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

hasn’t left work yet. I might need to wait a

talked to him. Just come down when

refuse anymore. “Okay, see you

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