Chapter 8: First Kiss
Xavier tried to resist, but it was getting harder with each moment that passed.
’Why does she look even more beautiful than she did two minutes ago?’ Xavier wondered, his gaze meeting Alice’s affectionate eyes.
’Calm down, Xavier! Take a deep breath.’
’Hoo...’ He exhaled, trying to calm his taut nerves.
’There are more important things at hand. Such as...’
"So, Alice you know that I’m Inferno Sentinel," Xavier said in a solemn voice.
"Yes! I immediately knew it was you from the name!" Alice answered.
"Then, have you told anyone else about my identity?" Xavier asked.
"No, I haven’t." Alice answered.
’Phew... that’s a relief.’ Xavier thought, the tension in his chest easing slightly.
Despite his solemn expression, meant to intimidate, Alice’s sparkling eyes betrayed her growing excitement.
