Chapter 598

"Babe, don't even think about refusing me. Unless you've got the strength to fight back?" I teased. Grace froze, her words of refusal effectively blocked. She bit her lip. "Then, hurry up and carry me already!" Suppressing a laugh, I scooped her up into my arms. "Alright! Off we go! Time for a proper rinse." Her cheeks flushed as she lightly smacked my arm. I feigned a dramatic wince, loosening my hold just slightly. Grace shrieked, instinctively wrapping her arms tighter around my neck, pulling us even closer. I couldn't hold back a chuckle and adjusted my grip to hold her securely again. The glint of mischief in my eyes didn't go unnoticed. Realizing I had done it on purpose, she glared at me but dared not try hitting me again. Inside the bathroom, Grace protested, "I can do it myself!" "Not happening. You've got no strength. Let me help," I countered. "Xav, come on!" Grace groaned. "Almost done, babe. Just hang in there," I said. Half an hour later, I found myself shut o