Chapter 26

Ayla looked into Nixx’s eyes and said, “I see you.”

Nixx looked at her for a long moment. When Ayla thought he won’t say anything, Nixx opened his mouth, “You do see me.”

Once Scar had Ayla pack the things in the satchels, he got on his horse.

“Come on, Sweetheart, you are riding with me,” Nixx said and helped Ayla get on his horse.

She had never ridden with someone before, and having someone so close to her made Ayla feel very uncomfortable.

Nixx put his hands around her, grabbed the reins, and said into Ayla’s ear, “Hold on, Sweetheart!” before nudging the horse to start walking.

“My name is Ayla, not Sweetheart!” she said.

“You have a beautiful name, but I like Sweetheart more,” Nixx murmured into her right ear. “Bet you taste real sweet too! Tell me, Sweetheart, have you ever kissed someone before?”

Ayla blushed and said in an appalled tone, “That’s none of your business!”

“Quiet back there!” Scar’s harsh tone reached Ayla’s ears.

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