Chapter 49

“Of course not. How could I ever find you annoying when you care about me?” Madelyn tried

to reassure Zach.

Zach’s eyes wandered over Madelyn’s loose and visibly ill-fitting clothes. He hadn’t seen her in that particular outfit before, and it appeared to be men’s clothing, so he asked, “Not wearing your school uniform today?”

Madelyn glanced down at her attire, realizing her oversight. “I-I did wear it… But the buttons. were broken. I borrowed this outfit from someone else, and I have to return it later.”

“So, it’s a men’s outfit?”

Madelyn nodded, choosing not to hide the truth. “Yes.”

chuckled lightly, but there was no trace of emotion in his eyes, even a hint of coldness. Looks like Madelyn

just

people to develop feelings for others during their youth… If

guarded. She remained alert, sensing that even the slightest lapse in her vigilance could

at the Jent residence in Southern Haven Villas, Zach skillfully parked the car in the garage. A surge of anticipation coursed through Madelyn

fragrance of

hand gently cupped her face, his thumb brushing against her soft lips, leaving a delicate trace of pink on his

apply lipstick?” Zach

lip balm I bought. It has a tint,” Madelyn hastily explained, her mind racing to comprehend Zach’s intentions. In recent days, she had consciously avoided provoking him and had attempted to keep her distance. Yet, she couldn’t fathom what she might have done to earn his sudden interest. Within moments, she mentally retraced her steps, analyzing her actions, but she

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Zach’s question

smile, her lips forming a faint arch. “No, why would I be afraid of

eyebrow arched playfully, a glimmer of amusement dancing in his eyes. “Like? How much do you like

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