Chapter 176

• Xaden’s whole body was tense, looking down at the swirl of her hair. His handsome face was no different from his usual expression, but only he knew how fast his heart was beating at that moment.
• Sometimes love was a strange thing. Without realizing that he liked her, the occasional physical contact would bring him inexplicable pleasure.
• After realizing his love for her, the smallest response from her could make his heart beat faster … even though, he knew she was just taking advantage of him.