A few minutes later, a loud noise sounded from outside the elevator.

Faint voices in a heated discussion could be heard.

“Mr. Larson? We’re going to force the elevator door open. Please take a few steps back and make sure no one’s near the door.”

Someone’s voice came from outside the elevator. Brandon replied to acknowledge him and obediently retreated to a corner. More chaos ensued outside, as though the maintenance personnel were prying the elevator door open with some tools.

Some time passed, but there seemed to be no progress.

Just then, the elevator shook violently.

“Ah!” Janet shrieked, her heart dropping to her stomach. The elevator’s sudden movement made her lose her balance.

felt as though she was going to hit the ground, a

held her close. Janet’s back

until his lips brushed against her ear. Janet

Brandon’s act made Janet even more anxious than the shaking of the elevator. She immediately tried to shake him off. “Mr. Larson, please let go of

was so panic-stricken that she tried to push Brandon away, but then the elevator shook even more violently all of

barked, grabbing her shoulder

was strong yet steady, and it had the power to snap

calm down somewhat, at least enough to gather her bearings. She was still very nervous, and her heart pounded against

just hated being touched by

was an exception. He always had a mature and reliable temperament, which made Janet feel an inexplicable sense of security. He also had a strong aura and

also made her feel this way. Even though she couldn’t see his face, she

that she could put

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