Kidding

Getting out of the car felt like a breath of fresh air to Ashlyn after that stifling atmosphere in the car. She raised her head to see the fancy restaurant in front of them.

She couldn't recall the last time she visited such a place. Probably when she was a child and brought here by her parents.

After growing up, these places didn't fall into her eyes. Not only did she not have anyone to visit with, but she also had no desire to frequent these luxurious restaurants. On top of that, she barely had money to feed herself.

Before she was pulled into the restaurant by him, she stared at him alarmed and questioned beforehand: "Just to be clear, this is your treat, right?"

Amusement crossed through those green eyes, but he replied nothing.

This made her frown.

"Of course, silly."

She did not appreciate being called silly.

Her aggressive stare clearly displayed that.

But Elijah did not take that into mind as he grabbed her hand skillfully, and without giving her the chance to struggle, he led