Chapter 31

Elizabeth’s POV

There was a flood in my chest.

It was like an overflowing river or a swollen flower.

“Hogan kissed me,” I said while touching my lips.

I am still here, sitting on the ground while staring at nothing.

“Why did he do that?”

He said ‘Shut it’. Did he do that because I was noisy?

Because he wanted to shut me up?

“Haa. I feel dizzy. I should go inside and rest.”

With my wobbly knees, I stood up. I picked up my bow and the arrow Hogan made for me.

When I turned to the house, my face went hot.

“But if I go inside, I will meet Hogan.”

That would be awkward. How can I face him after that kiss?

I don’t even know the meaning behind his action.

‘Just ask him why,’ my wolf demanded.

I shook my head and pressed my chest.

“I can’t do it. I am feeling so shy. I can’t!”

Drunk in my own world, I shut my eyes and clutched my hands tightly as if praying. Then, I heard the rustling of the grass and footsteps.

I opened my eyes and looked behind.

I came eye-to-eye with a