Chapter 2857 However, he seized her hand and allowed her to persist in caressing it. Not only did he permit her touch, but he also inquired in a hushed tone, “Is it high?" Melissa''s face warmed slightly.


    His audacity knew no bounds. He had evolved from the serious demeanor of the past, where even teasing held a hint of gravity. Presently, his words consistently left her flustered and bewildered.


    An impulse to retract her hand surged within her, yet Marcus thwarted any such attempt.


    He not only retained her hand but also guided her in the subtle art of tactile exploration.


    (Eagles) She gently touched his nose, moving back and forth. He yfully teased her once more in a soft voice, asking, “Is it high?” Melissa refused to answer with a subtle shake of her head.


    She embraced him tenderly, resting against his shoulder in silence.


    Marcus’ body exuded a fresh scent, and the distinctive woody fragrance, coupled with his masculine essence, captivated Melissa.


    She sensed that her attraction to him wasrgely influenced by his appearance.


    Disregarding his looks was out of the question. No, she couldn''t.


    A blush crept onto her cheeks.


    Marcus’ expression softened. He recognized that he had pushed boundaries, yet her newfound shyness and coquettish demeanor stirred a sense of emotion within him.


    He gently ran his hand over her shoulder and soothingly expressed, “You''ll be ustomed to it” Boldly, she whispered, “I can''t adapt.” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for All Books Updates...


    She withheld the exnation. It was his sheer handsomeness that unsettled her.


    A single nce at him quickened her heartbeat.


    Marcus chuckled, affectionately tousling her hair. “Let''s take a stroll.” Warsew was a tourist town with a sizable duty-free store featuring numerous sales counters.


    The ce bustled with peopleing and going.


    Marcus escorted Melissa into the store. Despite hisck of prior romantic experiences, he understood that many girls enjoyed purchasing skincare products and daily essories. Recognizing that Melissa wasn''t in a good position and hadn''t invested in major brands, he had previously gifted her a variety of such items.


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    Marcus didn''t hesitate.


    He guided her to a specific brand and requested the most luxurious skincare products, epassing items for the face, hands, and body.


    Melissa found this skincare set a tad pricey.