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I let my arm fall in silence, and the coat unfurled on its own
I wondered if the previous conversation had influenced my thoughts. It seemed that the safety belt made them appear stronger and firmer.
I really wanted to cover them with the coat, but I didn’t warn Soren to think I saw him as some kind of perv
In silence, I studied his face. He was leaning against the door, his elbow propped on the window, supporting his chin. I could see his Adam’s apple sliding up and down.
For some reason, I found it hot. It was manly. It even made me wonder if he was trying to suppress something
I gulped and quickly searched for a new topic. Before I could speak, his phone rang
Soren’s arm–the one closest to me–moved as he reached for his phone. I made sure to give him as much space and privacy as I could.
“Hello? Yes, Mom. On the way home. She’s with me. Right. We’ll be sending Taylor home first, so we’ll be a little late. Yes, you should sleep first. Goodnight.”
It had to be Lisbeth. Knowing her daughter was out, she probably called to check if she were okay.
These two were adults, and yet their mother still doted on them. I couldn’t help but feel a little jealous.
At least the call changed the atmosphere. It made it easier to shift the subject. “Madame Kenway called to ask about Sol, right?”
“Yeah. Mom starts to worry if Sol isn’t home by 9:00 p.m. She’s too paranoid,” he replied.
“That isn’t paranoia. Only parents who truly love their children do that.”
Talking about family reminded Soren of something. “What about your family? Did you manage to settle things?”
“Close. I’m about to be as divorced from them as possible.”
“Sounds good. If you need any help, just ask.”
“Right.”
Our eyes met. His gaze was gentle and deep, while mine probably looked shy despite the smile on my face.
Neither of us looked away.
I truly felt we had reached the point where words weren’t necessary to understand each other’s thoughts. As we locked eyes, my heart started to race.
Suddenly, I was overwhelmed with an impulse. I wanted to be closer and melt into him.
Soren’s Adam’s apple slid up and down his throat. His fingers curled around his knees as if he was fighting the
same urge.
If not for the presence of others, I was sure one of us would have made a move.
The Audi pulled up to the curb. “Mr. Kenway, Miss Jones. We’ve arrived.”
We both snapped out of our reverie and quickly looked away.
Soleil was still leaning against the car door. I couldn’t tell if she was really asleep. Thus, Soren opened the door on
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his side, letting me pass.
“Thank you so much for tonight,” I said, genuinely grateful
He looked at me, his features soft in the glow of the streetlights. He was just so charming.
“You don’t have to be so formal with me. We’ve known each other a long time, haven’t we? We could be a bit more
friendly,” he said.
I supposed he was right–if one counted the times I saved Him as a child.
I smiled. The warmth on my cheeks hadn’t faded, even in the cool autumn air. “Well, don’t mind if I do.”
That was it. It seemed there was nothing more to say–unti, suddenly, he added, “Oh, right. You asked if I had a special role in the centennial. I don’t. At most, I’ll just be giving a speech on stage.” 1
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