Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 514

“Nope,” Janet said, patting her cheeks. “I have to stay away from him from now on, or I’m going to have a panic attack.”

Saskia peered out the window and saw that Melvin’s car was still parked outside. She sighed. “Juniper’s family are all good. Janet, you must always treat them with respect, you hear me?”

“I know, I know,” Janet nodded earnestly. “I promise, I’ll treat them like respected elders, with all the honor they deserve.”

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In the sports car, Juniper was nestled in Shanley’s lap, her cheeks flushed as she nuzzled against his chest, her breath carrying the faint scent of alcohol.

What was Kurt thinking, giving Juniper that ridiculously sweet cocktail? It had hard liquor in it, and it wasn't a low-proof one either.

“Juniper…” Shanley gently supported her head, his face creased with concern as he whispered, “Do you want some water?”

Juniper slowly opened her eyes, which were tinged with red, and shook her head, clearly uncomfortable.

“Shh, it’s okay. You’ll feel better once we get back and you get some rest.” Shanley stroked her face, pulling her closer, his gaze intense. “Juniper, did you make this bracelet yourself?”

He recognized the rare sandalwood. It was a prized possession of Baldy Fox, the president of the medical association. Juniper had somehow 'acquired' it from him recently. It was exquisitely crafted into a bracelet.

“Mhm,” Juniper murmured with her eyes closed, lulled by the steady rhythm of his heartbeat. “Now that you’re wearing this bracelet, you’re my man in life. From now on, you’d better behave.”

“Alright.” Shanley’s lips curved into a smile, his eyes shimmering with a captivating softness. He playfully tapped the tip of her nose. “After all, I’m a pauper now. I’ll have to make a living under your command. I will, of course, be very diligent in serving you.”

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