"He's my right-hand man; no need to worry," Connor said with a grin.

Camila's cheeks warmed up instantly. From now on, whenever she wasn't around and Connor had the blinds drawn in his glass-walled office, wouldn't that just scream they were up to some "naughty business"?

The thought made her feel a bit exposed.

"Let me go," she playfully protested.

"Hold still, just need a hug," Connor replied, pulling her closer. "Gotta recharge."

Camila sighed, unable to break free. How did this guy get so clingy after they started dating?

She just let it be, allowing him to hold her.

"Why did you remove that rule?" she asked softly.

Connor stroked her back, his gaze softening as he looked into her eyes. "Can't let the mayor light fires and forbid the townsfolk from lighting candles, can I?"

Camila paused, touched by his intent to protect her. If their relationship ever got out, Connor as the boss wouldn't face much scrutiny, but she might become the talk of the office.

Her heart felt warm.

"What took you up to the rooftop?" she asked curiously.

the smell, and I didn't want to leave

of smoke. So, Mr. Connor, could you smoke less, or even quit, for me?"

silent for a moment, his eyes intensely locked on hers, his voice low

quit,"

earnestly replying, "I know some methods like nicotine cookies or having sweets when

then looked troubled and added softly, "But, those aren't things you like to

have an idea," Connor said, a mischievous smile

looked at him

eyed Camila's rosy lips,

Adam's apple bobbing involget

I feel like smoking, I

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she glared at Connor, "Can you ever be serious!" Connor released her, then stood straight, his voice deep and serious,

holding her steady. Lost in the kiss and slightly dazed, Camila's hands instinctively climbed up his

Connor

lifted her

yehands gripping her

as

at him, her eyes glistening, lashes

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