Chapter 161

Zephyr wanted to pat his shoulder, but his hand froze in the air. He only put it down after a while.

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Cordelia lay in his embrace when he went home that night as they slacked off on the bed.

It was late, but she could not sleep. The dazzling stars shone through the photo frame in the dark room. She looked into the night sky. It felt like it had been forever since she could admire the night so peacefully.

Knowing that she was warm, Zephyr fanned her while staring at her beautiful side profile with his head low. His heart jolted.

He gulped, and a subtle surge of warmth rose.

Cordelia looked at the sweat on the tip of his nose. She felt embarrassed that he would keep the air conditioning off to save money. “Hubby, turn on the air conditioner if you’re warm. It doesn’t cost much.”

“Hmm… No need.” He licked his lips.

The warmth they meant was completely different.

Zephyr took a deep breath. He had his eyes on her fair neck and slightly opened small lips. He smiled, and his hand na