Chapter 551

Helen rubbed her eyes and said softly, "You meanie, making fun of me!" "Don't rub them; it'll only make them more swollen." Julien removed her hand and said, "Go wash your face. You've cried yourself into a little panda." He carried her to the bathroom and placed her on the counter. Taking a clean towel, he soaked it in water, wrung it out, and handed it to her. "Feeling better?" Julien asked. "Much better," she replied. Julien chuckled, "You really are a little panda." Helen turned to look in the mirror. Sure enough, her eyes, nose, and lips were all red and puffy, making her appearance both ridiculous and amusing. Even she couldn't help but laugh. Julien suddenly leaned in close from behind, his hands resting on either side of her. As he met her gaze in the mirror, his long, defined fingers pressed lightly against her lower back. He asked, his voice rough and husky, "Is this okay?" Helen hesitated. "Won't I pass it to you?" Julien's tone was carefree. "If I must fall, let it