Chapter 845

Shane chuckled softly and scooped Haley up into his arms, striding toward the car.

Caught off guard by the sudden lift, Haley let out a small gasp, her arms instinctively wrapping around Shane’s neck. She shot him a playful glare. "Put me down! I can walk just fine."

Instead of letting go, Shane only held her tighter. "Don’t move. If I drop you, don’t blame me."

Haley gave up her struggle and nestled her face against his shoulder.

Once inside the car, Haley’s eyes softened with concern as she noticed the bruises on Shane’s face. "What happened? Did you two fight again?"

Shane reached up to touch his face, the injuries not severe but noticeable. He raised an eyebrow at her and grinned. "Yeah, but I won," he said with a hint of pride.

Haley could not help but laugh, shaking her head as she rummaged through the first-aid kit for some ointment and cotton swabs. "You’re too old for this. Fighting like some kid. What were you thinking?"

Shane let out a chuckle, his tone carrying a hi