Let Me Stay The Night

Madison’s face tightened into a forced smile. “I’m only here as a friend. Does my presence pose a threat to you?”

That only applies to enemies. Your presence isn’t powerful enough yet.” Christina’s gaze had a tinge of iciness, expressing the indifference on her face.

Nathaniel wrapped an arm around her slim waist and gently pulled her into his embrace. As a result, she fell naturally into his lap and leaned against his chest.

“Are you hungry? Have some,” prompted Nathaniel while lifting the bowl of soup to feed her.

Watching Christina being fed the lunch she prepared with care sent a rush of resentment into Madison’s heart. Even breathing became a chore to her.

“It tastes okay, but it doesn’t suit my taste. Why don’t we go to a restaurant instead?” Christina wiped the corners of her mouth.

Nathaniel’s eyes lit up as if he had heard a piece of good news. He put the bowl down and walked toward the door with Christina’s hand in his.

The moment the door was opened, Sebastian, who had been standing guard outside, came into sight.

“Clean up the office, and don’t simply let anyone enter in the future,” ordered Nathaniel before marching away with Christina.

Madison clenched her fists. It would be a lie if she said the scene did not hurt her pride.

When the couple arrived at the underground parking lot, Christina was placed into the passenger seat.

As Nathaniel was afraid that she might escape, he pressed on her shoulder while fastening her seatbelt. “Where shall we eat?” he asked when he got into the driver’s seat.

Christina merely made that suggestion to provoke Madison. Never did the former expect him to take her words seriously.

“Anything. You decide.”

Nathaniel grunted in acknowledgment and drove the car out of the parking lot.

The weather that day was pretty splendid as rays of sunlight that had a tint of warmth shone through the windows.

Christina rolled down the window, allowing the breeze to rush in and flutter her lustrous hair. Her dark eyes carried a dazed look as she stared at the scenery.

light reflected off the corner of the rearview mirror. Upon closer inspection, she realized it

the feeling of being watched engulfing her. “Nathaniel, do you

“Nope. Can you take a closer

I Cannot

the car had disappeared by the time she did as instructed.

from the car’s passenger seat. Could I be hallucinating because

need me to pull over to check out the situation?” Nathaniel asked as

Christina scanned the surroundings and still found nothing out of the ordinary. “It’s fine. Maybe

disturbed expression, Nathaniel took her hand with concern and assured her, “I’m here. Everything

his hand exuded helped her calm down as

they arrived at a private room in a restaurant.

the dishes were already prepared beforehand.

can’t possibly finish them.” Christina was conflicted, for she hated

me last night,” said Nathaniel. He helped her into her seat and

the soup in order to avoid his scorching gaze.

great appetite allowed her to take in a lot of food. At the same time, the way she kept her head lowered like a hamster eating its food

her eyes on

put the matter out

at the office,

you?” came Francis’ aloof voice.

time to listen to you if you’re going to lecture me for not tidying the clothes last night,” Christina responded in

an awards ceremony tonight. It starts at six o’clock. Don’t be late.” With that, Francis ended the

she had to prepare pre-styling work in advance, she had to head over

venue was closer to where she currently was. “Pull over here. I’m not going to the office later.”

are you going?”

Nathaniel’s gaze, Christina answered, “Granite Avenue. It’s just nearby. I

you there.”

I Cannot

soon as he finished. The sunlight streamed in through the window. outlining his dashing

up at the entrance of the venue.

carpet was spread, and stern-looking