Chapter 79

• Feeling the sensation of someone caressing her cheeks, Althea jerked up with full force, snapping her eyes open and join seeing Phoenix, her eyes widened and she moved back in fear.
• Phoenix on the other hand was startled by her reaction. This was new as she would always feel relaxed around him and even snuggle closer to his touch.
• Althea swallowed, knowing fully well that her sudden reaction might raise suspicions from Phoenix. She moved closer but not too close and thought it was better to say something.