Chapter 30: Was He About to Kiss Her?

As Roy got closer, his gaze was drawn to Elena's eyelashes, which were long and curled, as if crafted to captivate anyone who looked at them. Her lashes were long and fluttering, creating a mesmerizing curve that seemed to draw him in. His eyes then traced down to her lips. Her lips were soft and moist, with a subtle cherry blossom pink hue. Roy couldn't help but wonder if they tasted as sweet as they looked, like ripe peaches. Roy's eyes flickered, and his throat moved involuntarily as he swallowed. Just then, Elena's eyes snapped open. Their gazes locked, and a tense silence settled between them. Roy, as if under a spell, continued to lean in closer. At that moment, their breaths almost mingled. "What are you doing?" Elena suddenly snapped to attention, quickly pulling back and eyeing Roy warily. Roy froze, then slowly straightened up as well. "I was just trying to wake you up. It's cold at night, and I didn't want you to catch a cold." Elena didn't say anything but scrutin