Chapter 127

Shawn was the kind of guy who wasn't exactly great with people. So, when Vanessa teased him a little, his ears turned red on the spot. Leander had met just about everyone in the house, except for Shawn. So watching Vanessa and Shawn chat like old friends - even though they'd clearly only just met - felt a bit off. Why did they seem to get along so well? Leander wouldn't admit it out loud, but something sure twinged in his chest. Without thinking, he walked over and casually pulled Vanessa into his arms, gently ruffling her hair. "Quit messing around," he said with a smirk, "you're scaring the poor guy." Vanessa giggled. "He's just too cute not to tease a little." She wrapped her arms around Leander's waist. Something about waking up changed things between them-it was like they'd gotten closer without meaning to. Her tone turned soft, like she was playfully pouting. Shawn stared at her lively, bright face, dazed for a second. He remembered Freya used to laugh like that too. Back then, s