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.”

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

He’s just a friend of

now. It’s normal for young people to develop feelings for others during their youth… If you ever encounter any problems

even the slightest lapse in her vigilance

through Madelyn as she eagerly reached for the car door,

surprise, Zach approached her, his masculine presence enveloping her senses. The fragrance of camellias emanated from him, further heightening her unease. “I-Is there something

his thumb brushing against her soft lips, leaving a delicate trace of pink on his fingertips. Madelyn

apply lipstick?” Zach

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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afraid of me?” Zach’s question hung in

forming a faint arch. “No, why would I

in his eyes. “Like? How much

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