Chapter 120
Maisie said, “You have no idea. Yannis may seem all smiles on the surface, but honestly, he’s ice cold inside, Very few people ever truly get through to
him
Maisie explained, “He may smile a lot, but most of those smiles don’t mean much. Today though, that smile of his was totally genuine.”
“Really? Maybe it’s because Jackson asked him to take care of me. Since he’s been entrusted by Jackson, he can’t exactly put on a cold front, right?”
Zinnia thought, ‘Had none of those smiles been genuine? But every time I saw him, even if his smile was faint, I never sensed any chilly vibe from him.”
Then she realized, ‘He must be treating me so well because of Jackson.‘
Maisie rested her hand on Zinnia’s shoulder, thought for a moment, then nodded seriously. “Yeah, maybe. Yannis is ice–cold–walking next to him feels like standing in a freezer.
When he actually smiles, you know trouble’s coming. You two haven’t known each other long, so maybe he’s only playing nice because Jackson asked him to help out, and he’s holding back his true nature.”
Maisie nodded again, her tone earnest. “If it’s because of Jackson, it makes sense. After all, he and Jackson get along pretty well, so Yannis would at least do him this favor out of respect.”
“Then how should we reply?” Zinnia asked, holding up her phone for Maisie to see.
Maisie nodded. “Come on, it’s a free ride in Yannis’s car–might as well take it. His car is seriously comfy.”
“Alright, I’ll say okay to him,” Zinnia said with a nod.
The reply came almost instantly: [I’ll be there in ten. Find somewhere comfortable to wait.]
Seeing messages like this again, Maisie just shrugged–she was already used to it. Zinnia was so lovable–even Yannis had been won over by her. ‘Impressive,‘ Maisie thought.
[Okay.] Zinnia texted back.
Maisie and Zinnia took their time, waiting outside in no hurry.
Soon, a sleek black Bentley glided to a stop before them. The window descended, revealing a face so strikingly handsome it was almost unreal–his profile all smooth lines and effortless elegance, illuminated by the soft interior lights.
It was impossible not to think that the universe had truly played favorites with him.
Zinnia glanced over and thought to herself, ‘Damn, he’s gorgeous. No matter how I look at him, that face is just flawless. Honestly, I wish I could keep him in a giant golden cage and stare at him all day.‘
But then she shook her head, ‘No, I can’t lock up someone this beautiful. If I caged him, he’d lose that radiant energy that makes him so captivating.
‘It’s his liveliness that makes him truly stunning. Even if I couldn’t have him all to myself, just sneaking a glance every now and then is enough to make my eyes feel in heaven.‘
“Zinnia,” Yannis murmured with a slight smile, unable to ignore the way her eyes were fixed on him. Her gaze was but there was something else beneath it, like yearning for something precious yet hesitating to claim it.
“Yannis,” Maisie said like a good girl.
“Hi, Yannis,” Zinnia greeted, snapping out of her thoughts.
“Get in,” Yannis said with a nod to them.
pure admiration–never unpleasant-
Chapter 120
“Well, I’ll take the front seat,” Maisie said after glancing at the seats. She thought, I’d rather not sit next to Yannis and endure his key demeanors
With Jackson looking out for Zinnia, he’ll behave himself, but if I sit beside him, I’ll probably just get the cold shoulder. Maisie knew Yannis all too well
Yannis made no comment.
“Maybe I should take the front seat,” Zinnia offered. She couldn’t help but notice that Maisie seemed a bit intimidated by the gorgeous man. But then again, they’re family–if anyone should sit up front, it should be her.
“Zinnia, I call shotgun. I love the front seat.” Maisie blurted out, already yanking open the passenger door and hopping in before Zinnia could respond.
Left with no choice, Zinnia had to sit beside Yannis.
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