Chase felt a heavy discomfort in his heart, almost rendering him speechless. All he could manage was a forced smile. "Sure, feel free to ask."

Unexpectedly, Eliana strode toward him.

Coming closer, she glanced down at him and quipped, "Maybe in your next life, if you're less annoying, I'll consider it."

Chase froze, caught off guard.

Hearing his earlier words, Eliana's fists clenched momentarily. If not for him saving her last night, she might have slapped him ...