Chapter 46

Ruby was startled and began to back away. She kicked the low sill of the kitchen door with her arms and legs, and nearly fell back. Then she reached out and took Michael's hand. Michael quickly grabbed her waist, and this time Ruby came even closer to him. Michael held her waist firmly with his arms. Ruby immediately regained her composure and moved away from him and shrank to one side in nervousness. Ruby said in an irritated tone, "Can you sit on the sofa so that we don't cause much trouble?” Poor Michael had just come to see if he needed any help. He had no idea that he would have to face a scolding after coming here. "Do you need any help?" Michael asked, narrowing his eyes with a slight smile. "No..." Ruby replied succinctly, arching an eyebrow. Michael silently sat back on the couch and watched Ruby move around the kitchen. She was preparing dinner for three people, and looking at her, Michael suddenly felt that there was a strange comfort in this small room, which was dispelling