Chapter 87

Such simple and warm daily moments were something Adrian never dared to dream of. When his hair was almost dry, Adrian called out to her, "Grace…" She turned off the hairdryer and leaned in closer. "What did you say? I didn't hear you." They were so close that when their noses brushed, she could feel his unsteady breath. He wanted to kiss her. She saw it in his eyes. "It's nothing—" Adrian averted his gaze. But before he could finish, her soft lips suddenly pressed against his. It was a light, fleeting kiss. He looked up at her only to see her tap his lips playfully. Her smile seemed brighter than a moonlit night. "Consider that your payment to me." … Night fell, and Grace was asleep. Adrian lay in bed, staring at the ceiling. The sensation of her breath on his lips refused to leave him alone. It was just a kiss, but it was enough to keep him awake all night. … The next morning, Adrian was already gone when Grace woke up. A message from Uno appeared on her phone. "Are yo