Chapter 23: Bounce

*SEFF*

“Put me down.”

Lycia said struggling in my hold as she tried to get free. Her little squirms and the tinge of embarrassment that powdered her cheeks were all so adorable that I had to stop myself from smiling like a creep as I carried her back to where Reemus was waiting for us.

“This is so embarrassing. How can I go in front of a guest like this?” she asked turning her face to hide in my chest while tightening her hold around my neck. She might make these excuses but I knew the real reason why she was embarrassed was because of the kiss that she had given me a few minutes ago.

She might not have realized what she had offered in the flow of the conversation but as soon as she had snapped back she had tried getting away which was difficult with her exhausted body. Her energy had waned, and her steps were sluggish. I couldn’t bear to see her try and walk on her own so even as she complained I wouldn’t let her get away from me.

“Well I think a princess style carry is suitable