Chapter 73
Leonwasn’t any better, Kelly’s body was pressed close to bis. He could feel her soft curves against him. Her loose strands of hair brushing his jaw stirred deep inside him.
something
The atmosphere felt hot and heavy. After a few long seconds, Leon swallowed hand, forcing down the rising heat in his chest. Then, be gently helped her to her feet “Are you alright?” He was calm and composed, as opposed to belly, who was clearly thustered.
“I’m fine, totally fine!” she said quickly, standing up straight, trying to sound casual. She added defensively, “I just… I just wanted to check-”
“check if I dropped dead from exhaustion?” Leon finished her sentence bluntly.
Kelly didn’t dare to say these words out loud. She looked embarrassed and met Leon’s gaze helplessly
He slowly removed his glasses and placed them on the table..
It was getting dark, so she could barely see Leon’s features. But somehow that only made his voice seem even clearer.
“I may be older than you, but I’m not going to die from pulling one all–nighter.”
Kelly munnured, “Even young people are getting sickthese days.”
Leon chuckled lightly, “That’s me. But I’m in good shape. You’ll see for yourself eventually.”
That statement left a lot to be imagined: Kelly had to admit that her mind went straight into the gutter.
Thankfully, it was dark enough. Otherwise, Leon would have seen her red face.
She heard footsteps as Leonwalked past her. A moment later, the lights came on…
Kelly instinctively tumed her head to the side, hoping he hadn’t noticed her blushing.
Fortunately, Leon seemed more focused on something else. He glanced at the clock and said, “I didn’t realize I fell asleep. It’s getting late. How about pierogi for
Kelly immediately agreed, “s
“Sure, I’ll cook ”
Leon was already heading into the kitchen. “No need. Pierogi ate quick to make,”
He was the type who never took no for an answer when it came to small things like thear, so Kelly simply stood at the doorway and watched him work
After they finished eating, Leon handed her her medication and even gave her a piece of candy, like a reward
That night, they both went to bed early
Days passed, but for Kelly, those days were the most peaceful and happiest days she’d felt in all 20 years of her life.
Early that moming, Leon was called into the Academic Affairs Office. The director, Lillian White, was a woman in her sos with cropped hair and a sharp, commanding presenor
“Professor Butler,”
The inoment Leon walked in, Ilian’s usual stem expression melted into a wann smil
Leon was practically the crown jewel of the university. His credentials were flawless, and that face alone could charms just about anyone,
Their were very few that would give him attitude. Every woman, no matter her age, loved to be around handsome men.
“Ms. White,” Leon greeted her politely.
“Talir a seal,” Lillian said, gesturing to the chair across from her.
Leon at down, and Lilian began, “So, how are you settling in? Everything going well an tai?”
Leon had been personally vited to the university after multiple attempts by the dean. The higher–ups had all been bleed to treat Leon with special care. Lillian was initially worried that someone with his reputationmight be difficult, maybe even arogant. But after worlding with him, she realized he w complete opposite–polite, modest, and Incredibly cooperative with any tasku assigned.
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