Chapter 640: Night Raid
Chapter 640: Night Raid
I'm not avoiding looking at you... it's just that I don't know where to look...
Facing Princess Veronica's aggressive advance, Lyon, exhausted from defending, could only manage to lift his head and sternly remind her:
"Modesty, Your Highness! Remember your modesty!"
Hmph, what good is modesty? If I were to be overly modest at a time like this, I might very well spend the rest of my life sleeping alone!
"Lyon~"
Ignoring Lyon's reminder, Princess Veronica pressed her weight further onto him, and her face slightly reddened as she spoke softly:
"Don't you feel it? It's so cold in here~"
Nonsense! This room is warm!
Glancing at the blazing fireplace, Lyon, at a loss for words, felt the two arms around his waist tighten their grip. With a dark expression, he struggled, saying:
"It's probably just the wind. I'll go close the window, but you need to let go of me first."
"I won't let go~ I'm cold~"
"If you're cold, let go of me so I can close the window!"
"But if I let go of you, I'll get cold~"
"Then let go so I can close the window!"
"But if you close the window, I'll be cold~"
"..."
I shouldn't have even bothered explaining this to you...
Realizing that this situation seemed to have no end, Lyon decided to take matters into his own hands. He turned sideways, lifting Princess Veronica into his arms. Amidst her small exclamation, he reached back and closed the window, then urged her:
"It's not cold anymore, so let go now!"
"I can't."
Taking advantage of the moment, Princess Veronica wrapped her arms around Lyon's neck and pouted, "My body isn't cold, but my heart is starting to freeze~"
"..."
I think you need to cool down a bit...
Facing a princess who was persistent, if not outright clingy, Lyon felt a mix of frustration and helplessness. He tried to reason with her, saying:
"I'm not trying to cancel the wedding or anything, but it just feels too rushed. We should... um... first pursue a closeness of hearts, and then..."
"Isn't that exactly what we're doing?"
Upon hearing this, Princess Veronica blinked and tightened her arm around Lyon's neck, pulling her upper body closer to him. She spoke with determination:
"Our hearts are already so close, and no one can be closer than we are."
Lyon was startled by this foul play, his heart racing from the unexpected collision. He quickly leaned back.
"I wasn't referring to that kind of heart."
"It doesn't matter! Any heart can be close!"
"..."
...
In any case, you should give up! She's not going to let go, absolutely not! Now that you're here, don't even think about leaving unscathed! Either give me your promise to marry next month, or just leave yourself here with me!
The arm around Lyon's neck tightened again, and in Princess Veronica's eyes, there was a glint of determination, as if she had made a life-changing decision.
In life, there seem to be many opportunities, but those truly significant chances that can shape one's destiny often come only once or twice. If you seize them, you've secured them, but if you let them slip away, they will never return!
It's rare to find a man who understands and supports my ideals, my career, and who is perfect for me in every way. I must hold onto this opportunity tightly. If I let it slip through my fingers and he falls into another woman's arms...
No! That's not going to happen! I can't let that happen!
Reading the unwavering determination in Princess Veronica's glistening eyes, Lyon's scalp tingled. He decided to retreat for now, gently pushing her shoulder as he spoke:
"It's already quite late, and I have to leave early tomorrow, so..."
"Then don't bother rushing back. Stay here tonight, and I'll send someone to escort you back tomorrow morning."
In Lyon's astonishment, Princess Veronica's face grew redder, and she lowered her head, resting her burning cheeks on his shoulder, her voice barely audible as she invited him, "My bed is huge, and it can definitely fit two people."
"What?!"
Sss... I can't stay! Absolutely not! No matter what might happen, if I dare to stay here today, I'll surely be tied down by her!
Lyon couldn't help but gasp, feeling as if he had been targeted by a predator. He hurriedly shook his head in refusal, "This... I'm afraid it might not be appropriate."
"Why not? We're legally engaged, what's wrong with sleeping in the same bed?"
"Well, let's not talk about the bed... Um, I really have to go now. Why don't you let go of my hand first?"
"No!"
The alluring serpent, having caught her prey, tightened her grip. Her lips, marked by the pressure of her teeth, moved closer without a sound. She whispered, her breath sweet as orchids, "If you insist on going back, then take me with you~"
"..."
Ah, what's gotten into you today?
Facing the princess who had already taken the initiative, Lyon, feeling cornered, could only threaten her, "If you don't let go, I'll really carry you back like this!"
"Hmm..."
"Think it through. It's night, but there might still be people on the street..."
"Even if there are people, I don't care!"
Sss... I don't believe it!
Amid the sweet scent of irises, Lyon felt the warmth in his embrace rising, and her body even started to tremble slightly. He took a deep breath and then truly carried her, turning towards the window.
Based on Lyon's understanding of Veronica, although she appeared fearless, she was actually not as straightforward as she seemed. The reason she repeatedly took the initiative to make bold moves towards him was her strong self-control, suppressing her inner shyness.
But being carried in someone's arms, parading through the streets, and then being discovered by Anna, an acquaintance, the next day—this would be an unbearable humiliation for her. So, as long as Lyon showed his determination, she would surely back down!
As expected, when Lyon turned towards the window, the princess, blushing even on her arms, suddenly released her hold on his neck and struggled.
"Lyon... You... Put me down first!"
Hehe, where's your courage now? Is that all?
Lyon, who had been at a disadvantage, couldn't help but exhale in relief and tightened his embrace, while teasing her, "What's wrong? Weren't you going back with me? Why the sudden change of heart?"
"No... Not at all!"
"Not what?"
Lyon, who had finally gained the upper hand, wasn't about to let go of this opportunity. He started kissing her passionately.
"You're not afraid of being seen, are you? Hmm?"
"You... You... Oh no!"
Unexpectedly, the payback came so swiftly. Princess Veronica clenched her fist, then lay in Lyon's arms, her face flushed with shame as she covered it with her hand. She whispered, "Someone's there! There's someone in the window!"
"Ah?"
Hearing Veronica's warning, Lyon was taken aback and looked towards the window he had closed.
There, a newcomer he had recommended to the Cleanup Bureau was standing with Jerry's golden retriever, its face hidden behind its paws as it faced away from them.
"..."
No... You really did join the group, didn't you?
(End of Chapter)
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