Chapter 68. Why Did You Give It to Me?

"Try squatting on a narrow platform ten meters off the ground for ten minutes, and we'll see if you panic. My back was covered in cold sweat. If you don't believe me, you can touch it," Penelope challenged.

"Really? Can I touch it?"

Asher playfully reached out, but Penelope quickly turned away, tapping his hand and saying, "I didn't actually want you to touch it. Remove your hand."

"Who just saved you, do you remember?" Asher withdrew his hand.

Penelope gave him a teasing look. "I suppose I owe you one now. Looks like I'll have to cook you dinner."

"Actually, I wouldn't say I saved your life. I just did you a favor," Asher replied, offering her his hand to help her up.

"Is that so?" Penelope raised an eyebrow.

"Yes, yes, you don't have to cook."

"Hmm…"

The two walked to the door and unlocked it just as Warren and Kathrine were ready to push it open.

Warren looked at Penelope and then at her hand, which rested o