Chapter 115 Were You Ensnared By My Smile?

To his surprise, Scarlett hugged him back, making him stiffen at once, unsure of how exactly to respond. Still, her hug gave him the confidence he needed to wrap his arms around her body and return her embrace.

Just like that, the two of them were pressed tightly together, the source of warmth and courage for one another.

They stayed like this for about 20 minutes. Eventually her heels started to throb, but Scarlett dared not cry out in pain—she knew she'd long lost her right to do so. Jonathan had to be hurting inside more than her stupid heels were, but his arms remained tightly wrapped against her body, as if he were afraid of losing her.

Jonathan's head was still nestled in the crook of her shoulder, and the sound of his regular breathing was echoing in her ears. A thought flashed through her mind. Then it hit her. It couldn't be. They were by the road! And they were both standing. And yet, those arms showed no sign of releasing her waist. Seriously, how could he fall asleep in thi