Marco’s anxious demeanor around her was akin to a protective dog hovering over its master, a stark


    contrast to theposed, aloof presence he had shown moments ago before Keely and Jane.


    Observing his worry, Loraine couldn’t hold back her Laughter. Pushing him away, she feigned


    nonchnce and said, “I’m fine. I’ll be heading back.”


    Hearing this, disappointment clouded Marco’s face, but he was quick to follow her like a shadow,


    oblivious to others.


    “Let me apany you back. I’m uneasy about you being alone.”


    Loraine shot him a nce and retorted, “Who said I’m alone? I have someone to see me home.”


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    Bewilderment spread across Marco’s face, leading Loraine to stop her teasing.


    “Rowan brought me here out of concern. You don’t need to worry.”


    As she spoke, a car horn interrupted them. Not far off, Marco spotted


    Rowan’s camouged military vehicle. He leaned on the open window, casting a stern and somber look


    in their direction.


    Knowing he stood no chance, Marco dropped his gaze, disappointment creeping in. As he was about to


    bid Loraine goodbye, she suddenly stood on her tiptoes and nted a light kiss on his cheek.


    “You did well today. Consider this your reward. Goodnight.”


    Before Marco could react, she swiftly turned around and dashed back to the vehicle.


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    With a beaming grin and a blush that she was unaware of, Loraine dashed towards the car.


    Upon Landing in the car, she hastily said, “Uncle Rowan, let’s go!”


    Looking in the rearview mirror, she noticed Marco, frozen in ce, his face concealed by a stunned


    look.


    A blush flooded Loraine’s cheeks and she nibbled her lip. Turning, she caught sight of Rowan’s stare,


    loaded with profound and tangled sentiments, Like a cascade of unspoken thoughts.


    The authoritative Rowan had never disyed such a range of emotions, even in the face of gunfire.


    Loraine gasped for breath, her face growing even redder. Fortunately,


    Rowan didn’t prolong her distress and pressed firmly on the gas pedal before she could make a second


    plea.


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    Silence engulfed Rowan, but Loraine was certain that her perceptive uncle had caught a glimpse of the


    earlier situation.


    Recalling the recent kiss, Loraine felt a wave of mortification that made her wish for a hole to bury


    herself in, despite trying to behave as if it was business as usual.


    However, the fiery warmth on her cheeks exposed her true feelings.