Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 670

“I’ll have to meet this generous lady sometime,” Shanley said, his voice a low murmur as he gently took Juniper’s hand.

Juniper had a reserved nature; very few people ever managed to get close to her, let alone become a certified friend. He was curious to see what this lady was like.

“Okay,” Juniper didn’t object, letting him lead her out. The long day had left her utterly exhausted.

Noticing her fatigue, Shanley stopped and crouched down with his back to her. “Hop on,” he said softly. “I’ll carry you.”

Carry her? Juniper hesitated for a second before climbing onto his back and wrapping her arms around his neck. His back was broad and warm, and pressed against him, she could feel the steady rhythm of his heartbeat.

“Shanley…” Juniper tilted her head, her cheek resting against his shoulder, giving her a perfect view of his sharp profile.

“Hmm?” Shanley adjusted his grip under her legs and started walking steadily toward the back exit.

“Your back is so warm,” Juniper murmured, her sleepy voice a soft vibration against his ear. The warmth of her breath brushed against his skin.

Shanley’s throat tightened, and his body tensed. “Do you like it?” he asked, his voice deep and alluring. “If you do, I can carry you more often. How does that sound?”

“It’s really warm,” Juniper mumbled, her eyes closed and her head bobbing with drowsiness. “Just like my grandpa’s.”

Grandpa? The word made Shanley freeze. Any trace of romantic feeling vanished into thin air. He had to hand it to her; the girl really knew how to pour cold water on a moment.

“Don’t you…” Juniper’s arms tightened around his neck, pressing her closer. “Don’t you leave me suddenly,” she slurred, “like Grandpa did. You hear me?”

Shanley turned his head slightly and saw the flicker of pain on her face.

“I won’t,” he whispered, pressing a soft, adoring kiss to her forehead. “I’ll never leave you. Go to sleep.”

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