40: This is Your Call to Make, Not Mine

In such close proximity, Lizzie was engulfed by Bruno's presence. Realizing that their bodies were almost touching, she lifted her head to meet his deep gaze. "Let me go!" She demanded but found herself unable to see past his intense stare.

"Aren't you going to ask if I have time to come home? I'm very busy, you know." Bruno didn't show any signs of releasing her, instead studying her with unwavering eyes.

Looking at him, Lizzie retorted, "Even if you're busy, it doesn't matter! If you can't return to the mansion, I think you should call home. That way, if you don't go home, I won't go home either. It's a win-win situation!" Lizzie had come to terms with the fact that she couldn't overpower him; her struggles were futile.

Bruno suddenly let out a hearty laugh, releasing his grip on her waist. "Lizzie, you do have some interesting ideas, but this call, it's one for you to make, not me."

"Why me?! No, I won't call!" Lizzie took a step back. Flora's tone during their last phone call hadn