Chapter 24. Do You Want Me to Give You a Lift?

Rose was in a daze, her jaw-dropping. This man had chiseled features and a defined body. He looked more handsome than all the male celebrities on TV combined. And he was so intimidating, like a lion.

Cristelle could only answer his question, “Nothing, really. My aunt and my cousin said they worried about me. That’s it.”

She could feel Linford’s intense gaze without looking up, hoping secretly that he would leave soon.

Linford had seen what had happened earlier, but he didn’t want to expose her, “It’s quite late, though. Do you want me to give you a lift?”

Cristelle nodded, “That would be really kind of you, thanks.”

She didn’t want to hover with those two anymore.

Cristelle walked away with Linford. Ingrid had no intention of letting her go, “Hey! Wait! I haven’t finished with you yet!”

Linford stopped and cast Ingrid a stern look. Ingrid froze.

“Mom? Mom! Why did you just let them go?” Rose stomped her feet. They left too soon. She ha