Chapter 51

Calvin felt the soft touch of Alexia's lips, and her delicate face was merely inches away from him. His gaze deepened, and his throat tightened as he swallowed. He wasn't sure what she had put on her lips, but they were soft and sweet. Without warning, his body tensed. The teasing voices around them snapped Alexia back to reality. She was startled, and her face flushed bright red as she hurriedly pushed Calvin away. She felt utterly humiliated. Her face burned with shame, and she couldn't bring herself to meet his eyes. Calvin's expression hardened as he glared at Wilbur. Wilbur cleared his throat nervously. "My mistake. I didn't mean to… Anyway, it's getting late, so I'll leave now." He was almost at the door when he stopped and turned back. "By the way, I've sent you a gift. It's already at the Reed residence, so make sure to sign for it when you get back." Without waiting for a response, he rushed out the door. Though it wasn't as satisfying as he had hoped, getting Calvin t