Mason didn’t say anything in response.

Tightening his grip, he pulled her darling figure closer into his arms. He even started kissing the back of her ear and said in a husky voice, “I can see that. All I want is to give you a hug.”

She smiled faintly at what he said.

He was well aware of how cold she was toward him. Pressing against her tender body, he murmured, “Let’s be a real couple for the next year, at least!”

Never had he thought he’d lower himself in the name of love.

He stared a