While everyone was busy finding the lost ring, nobody noticed Zach walking in from the outside.

"Watch out. You'll get a cold if you lie on the ground," Zach said in a smooth voice. Then, with one hand, he scooped Madelyn up from the floor and plopped on the sofa.

Madelyn sat on his lap and asked, "Why didn't I hear your footsteps when you walked?"

Zach frowned when he saw her barefoot and covered her chilly feet with his hands, "What are you looking for?"

Zach saw her hesitating, so he wave