Chapter 882

Ruby calmed down as the gentle kiss overtook her senses. Noah still had a youthful charm to him as he kissed her with his eyes closed. Though he looked like he was putting on a brave front, Ruby could tell he was being gentle with her. She chose to interpret it as him being afraid of startling her. So he treaded lightly. Ruby stood on her tiptoe before responding to the kiss. Noah, whose eyes had been shut, suddenly snapped open his eyes. His eyes looked comically round, making him seem even more adorable. Ruby broke into laughter, pushing him back and bending over from the giggles. Noah stared at her in a daze, suddenly self-conscious. Was she mocking him? Was it that obvious he had zero kissing skills? Noah's heart shattered, but there was no way he could explain himself. That would only make it worse. Thankfully, a maid called them back inside for dinner. Noah fled the scene, only to realize a few steps later that Ruby was still standing behind. He hesitated, then turned ar