Chapter 616: I’m Lost Too!
"Are we as dumb as you?" Everett shot back with a smirk. His usually serious face carried a hint of mischief, making Aurora’s cheeks flush. Her face and ears felt burning hot.
"Hey, why do you always call me stupid?" Aurora wrinkled her nose in frustration. She actually looked quite adorable when she was angry, and Everett felt a sudden tug at his heart.
He really, really wanted to hold her.
And he really, really wanted to kiss her.
But... Everett forced himself to suppress the impulse. He turned his head away, refusing to let himself be tempted.
If he wanted a real future with Aurora, he had to take things slow—earn her trust, build a connection, and help her forget the unpleasant moments between them.
"The truth is always hard to hear," Everett said matter-of-factly.
After finishing several drumsticks, two sandwiches, and a bottle of water, he finally put out the fire.
Aurora ran to the cave entrance and looked back at the smoldering ashes. Strangely, she felt... reluctant to leave.
What was wrong with her? Was she losing her mind?
Why would she feel attached to this place?