Chapter 31

His body stiffened slightly, but he didn't resist. He leaned his head on her shoulder and let her scent envelope him. The scent that carried a faint fragrance made him feel safe for some reason. He felt like he could completely relax when he was around her. "You told me you'll never abandon me, right? Me too. I'll never abandon you too. No matter what happens in the future, I'll always stay by your side." Her voice slowly reached his ears. "Really? You'll stay by my side no matter what happens?" he asked softly. "Of course," she replied, as if it was the most natural thing in the world. "You promise you won't be scared of me?" he asked. Serenity laughed softly. "Why would I be scared of you? Our Jack is such a good boy.” Our Jack... The way she said that made it sound like he was hers, but he did not dislike it. In fact, he actually... kinda liked it. He lifted his head, and suddenly, their faces were really close to each other; the tips of their noses were even touching. Sh