S2| 111. Lurking Danger

Knowing the reason for the man's panic, Mia was pensive. After a moment of silence, she let out a faint breath. "Sorry, I really didn't mean to make you panic."

With a minimal smile, Julian nodded. "It doesn't matter anymore. I know that you just want to help the little girl. But ...," the man gave a pause and raised one finger, "from this moment on, don't leave without telling me. I don't want to go crazy for fear of losing you again."

"Okay, I'll remember it well," Mia said, blinking firmly.

"Don't just remember, Mia, but do it," the man replied while fixing his lover's knitted hat.

Through a thin curve of lips, the girl expressed regret. "Okay, I'm not going anywhere without you anymore."

“Good,” Julian sighed before pulling the girl's head to meet his lips.

As the couple rubbed each other's backs, a woman who had been listening to their conversation suddenly cleared her throat.

"Sorry to interrupt. But, I don't think i