Chapter 34

Curtis was completely disarmed by her sweet, clingy act. He still tried to keep a stern expression though. No way he'd let her think she could just get away with stuff like this every time. She had to learn a lesson. This kind of thing? Not okay. Without turning around, he said stiffly, "Oh, you realized you were wrong? Funny, I've got a feeling you'll pull the same stunt again real soon." Delia caught the little crack in his tone and couldn't help but smile to herself. Gotcha-he was caving. She quickly shook her head, rubbing her cheek harder against his back. "No way, Curtis. I swear, I won't do it again! Even if a mosquito bites me, I'll call you immediately to report it!" Her over-the-top promise made him almost lose it right there. With a sigh, he lifted his hand and gently covered hers on his chest, giving it a small squeeze. Yeah, he'd accepted that half-hearted apology of hers. Feeling his subtle response, Delia knew she was in the clear. Grinning, she swung around in front of