Chapter 332: Lingering Affection in Confusion

“Benson?” Yvonne was slightly startled. Losing her balance, she suddenly fell onto him. The couch let out a soft creak as she landed on his chest, his warm breath brushing against the side of her neck. “Don’t act like a drunk,” Yvonne frowned, trying to pull her hand away, a flicker of displeasure crossing her face. “I... I’m not drunk,” Benson’s voice was tinged with a bit of intoxication, low and raspy. He didn’t release her but instead gently wrapped her in his arms, his face close to her neck, his warm breath falling softly on her skin. “I just... I want to hold you, Yvonne.” These words made her freeze for a moment. She tried to pull away, but he held her tightly. His breathing, steady yet tinged with a hint of urgency, carried a note of pleading that even he didn’t seem to realize. “Yvonne, I really, really like you. It’s not like what you think.” Hearing this sudden confession, Yvonne’s eyes grew misty. She gazed at the faintly swaying shadows of the trees outside, he