Chapter 209. Mooncity News

Lena’s POV

Leonard arrived exactly when he said he would. Not a second late.

I opened the door just as he lifted his hand to knock, and for a brief moment, we both paused.

“You’re punctual,” I said, raising a brow.

He smiled lightly. “I like to keep my word.”

I nodded, grabbing my bag. “That’s rare.”

“Then I guess you should appreciate it more.”

A small laugh escaped me as I stepped out and locked the door behind me.

For the first time in days, I felt a little lighter.

Leonard took me all around Sun City and I hadn’t realized how much I had been shutting myself in until today.

We went to parks, quiet streets lined with trees, a small art gallery, and even a scenic overlook that gave a breathtaking view of the entire city.

At some point, I stopped walking and turned to him. “Wait.”

He stopped immediately. “What is it?”

I narrowed my eyes slightly. “This is not a date, right?”

His brows lifted i