Chapter 9

Brandon

I jerk awake when an episode of the rom-com ends and notice Emilie has fallen asleep. Her head rests in my lap, red hair sprawled out in every direction, and I frown.

“Typical...”

A sigh leaves my lips. I planned to spend the night with her so she would fall for me. That’s my sole reason for coming to her apartment, but the little lady fell asleep on me before we could get to the good part: me getting undressed.

How am I supposed to seduce her now?!

Emilie shivers in her sleep, and I roll my eyes before picking her up into my arms. She doesn’t wake up. Her head rolls against my chest, a content smile on her mischievous little lips.

I place her on her bed and tuck her in. I plan on sleeping on the couch but freeze when her eyes open. “Is it morning yet?” she mumbles.

My lips twitch. “No, go back to sleep.”

“But I’m not tired...”

I snort. “Filthy liar.”

“Okay, so maybe a little tired,” she giggles, making herself more comfortable against her pillow. “Are you staying ove