Alcohol muddled the mind, boosted courage, and stirred up one’s hidden desires.
“From your expression, it seems like you remembered?” Axel smirked, breathing heavily. “Last time, it was you who hugged me first and wouldn’t let go. This time, it’s my turn. We’re even now.”
Roza thought, ‘Even? You blatantly kissed me and took advantage of me. Now you have the nerve to say such things?!’
Furious and embarrassed, Roza had forgotten that Axel was her master’s elder brother and was ready to slap some sense into him. But she was not as skilled as her master, and being tipsy did not help. Her hand moved slowly. As a result, her hand was easily intercepted by Axel.
The next moment, Roza’s pupils shrank, and her heart pounded wildly. Axel slowly placed her hand against his chiseled cheek, his mesmerizing gaze narrowing.
“Don’t get angry. You have to take care of yourself.” A drop of water trickled down his temple, adding a touch of sensuality to his handsome face. His black eyes were shimmering as he said, “If you still desire my CPR, feel free to give it a try.”
“You!” Roza blushed like a peach, feeling a mix of embarrassment and indignation.
She had to admit that Axel was undeniably handsome. Although he looked a lot like Asher, just a little understanding of them revealed their completely different personalities. Asher always carried a mysterious melancholic air about him, while Axel’s eyes were forever bright, full of youthfulness and sincerity.
Steadying herself, Roza suddenly turned the tables, her hands climbing onto his broad shoulders while smiling coquettishly. “Axel, seeing how concerned you are about me, do you like me?”
Axel’s desire increased. He stared deeply into her eyes and smiled playfully. “Roza, are you seriously asking me that?”
“I like you. If I didn’t like you, why would I care if you ignored me or not? Would I hug you or kiss you?” Axel’s eyes burned with intensity, his heart pounding.
He could only admit that alcohol played a role, but he did not admit that alcohol could make him develop feelings for someone or change his mind. “Ms. Walker, I am an upright and honorable prosecutor, not a lecher who acts on impulse. Based on all the evidence, there’s only one possibility. I like you. I will admit it so you don’t need to probe anymore.”
Roza was speechless as she thought, ‘He truly is an upright and honorable prosecutor... Even his confession is so logical and reasonable. How interesting.”
“And besides, I kissed you.”
Axel lowered his long lashes, leaning closer to her rosy lips once again. “I don’t care if it was your first kiss or not, but I feel like I should take responsibility for it.”
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