Chapter 144

Alex pulled up to the mall, ready to drop Emily off as usual.

Just as she was about to step out of the car, she turned to him with an unexpected request.

"Could you pick me up from campus after school today?" Her words caught him off guard.

In all their time together, she had never asked for a ride from school.

He was glad that she could, which he considered a sign that their relationship and love were progressing.

He made sure he was punctual there and waited for her on campus.

Well, aren't you the perfect gentleman, arriving ahead of schedule?" Emily teased, her eyes twinkling with amusement.

She stepped towards Alex, her arms outstretched, and her fingers gently grasped the fabric of his jacket, pulling him into a warm embrace.

He felt the softness of her hair brush against his cheek as she nestled her head in the crook of his neck.

For a moment, they stood there, the world around them fading away as they savoured the closeness.

Suddenly, a pointed cough pierced the air.

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