Chapter 337

"Of course. I'm good at pairing up my close friends." I smiled smugly.

Colin held me gently in his arms. He touched my forehead with his face and placed my right hand above his heart. Then, he croaked, "You silly girl, you almost scared me there. Don't act on your own again. No matter what, just let me handle everything for you.

"You just have to stay by my side like a princess."

I found it hard to accept Colin's sudden change of mood.

I mewled affirmatively and snuggled in his arms. Listening to his steady heartbeat and taking in the pine-scented cologne on him, I felt calm and safe—like a rescued kitten.

Colin planted many kisses on my hair as I held his cheek. We felt the warmth from each other.

It was a peaceful moment.

Outside, Dad asked Mom why she didn't go inside.

Mom stopped Dad and let him sit outside for a while. She said that we were having a special moment inside, so she didn't want to interrupt us.

I was so embarrassed I wished I could sink into the mattress. Col