Andrew and Aspen walked out of the airport and made their way to the curb.

Andrew glanced at the sky, realizing it was already 10.00 p.m. He suggested with a smile, "How about we take a walk?"

Aspen bit her lip, cheeks slightly pink. "I don't mind."

Their hands remained clasped the entire time, like a couple lost in the glow of new love.

After a few minutes of strolling in silence, Andrew glanced at her and asked, "Your parents left. Are you going to miss them?"

Aspen responded softly, her voice like a breeze. "Of course I will… How could I not? But I want to be with you even more."

Warmth surged through Andrew's chest, and he tightened his grip on her hand, pulling her a little closer.

He said, "Aspen, I heard most of what you said earlier. I never realized my little servant girl was bold enough to secretly fall in love with me."

Aspen flushed scarlet and quickly shook her head. "Ugh, can we not bring that up again? I didn't mean to… It just happened, okay? And now tha