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.”

there was no trace of emotion in his eyes, even a hint of

“No… He’s just a friend

young people to develop feelings for others during their

even the slightest lapse in her vigilance could lead her to be ensnared by

Southern Haven Villas, Zach skillfully parked the car in the garage. A surge of anticipation coursed through Madelyn as she eagerly reached for the car door, only to find it still locked.

her surprise, Zach approached her, his masculine presence enveloping her senses. The fragrance of

lips, leaving a delicate trace of pink on his fingertips. Madelyn instinctively flinched, her

you apply lipstick?” Zach

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,

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Zach’s question hung in

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

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

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