Chapter 83: A STARRY NIGHT

It was a comforting feeling to have someone care for you so deeply. Someone who truly wished for your well-being, who wouldn’t hurt you intentionally, and who you could count on to always stand by your side. Still, Xina couldn’t shake the feeling that Gary's reaction was a bit excessive for such a small matter, almost as if he had been holding back his worries for far too long, and now, this tiny incident had tipped him over the edge. But whatever the reason, Xina was grateful for him. She cherished his presence in her life… “I won’t get hurt,” Xina whispered, wrapping her arms around him. Gary was tall, big, and strong, yet in this moment, he was trembling slightly, as if gripped by some deep-rooted fear. He held onto her for a few more minutes, and Xina allowed him to. Being in his embrace was comforting, and she didn’t mind one bit. But… After a while, her feet began to ache from standing on her toes. Despite Gary bending down to accommodate her shorter height, it was still a