Chapter 137

Calla leaned against a tree, frowning as she watched Mercer walk ahead. She wanted to call him but couldn't bring herself to shout.

At that moment, Mercer seemed to sense something and suddenly stopped. Turning around, he saw he had left Calla several meters behind.

Seeing her leaning against the tree, he frowned and quickly walked back to her.

As he approached, Calla noticed his frown and braced herself, thinking he might scold her. Unexpectedly, he bent down and scooped her up in his arms.

Before Calla could even process what was happening, she felt herself lifted into the air. Already feeling dizzy, this made her even more lightheaded. Instinctively, she wrapped her arms around Mercer's neck, afraid of falling from a height.

The next moment, Mercer carried her into their building.

By the time Calla came to her senses, they were already inside the hallway. His embrace was still as warm and strong as ever. In spite of herself, she had a wishful thought. She hoped he could ca