CHAP 13

Even though I remained hidden in Seniorito's chest, I could feel everyone's tension. Little by little, my chest was filled with shame and worry. I don't know how to get away from him now. If I really wanted to be far away, his arm around my waist sent butterflies into my stomach. His scent gave me comfort. The reason why I don't want to distance myself.

A chuckle brought me back into reality. "I don't think it is proper to treat your maid like that," said the mysterious man named Konnor.

It was like I was hit there, so I automatically pulled away. I noticed the woman who was in the meeting standing up from her seat and staring at me. The Epsilon elders are quiet, but I can feel the weight in their eyes. I swallowed nothing myself.

Is this it? Am I going to be the dinner of these awoo awoo?

"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to hug," I said. "I was just scared; I'm not used to being approached by people like you," I explained to Cleon's colleagues.

I can't look at Seniorito. Now I am completely