C38 Chapter 38

"What are you doing?"

A deep, resonant voice cut through the silence, making me freeze. When I lifted my gaze, I was met with the sight of Steven, his unique hazel-green eyes capturing my attention immediately.

I instinctively stepped back, only to feel his hand wrap securely around my waist.

"You're listening in, aren't you?" he teased, his lips curving into a knowing smirk