His lower body suddenly stirred to life, and Helen's tear-streaked face only seemed to intensify the fire already burning within him.
"Charlie, put your spear away—it's poking me," Helen said, reaching out to grab it. Charlie's eyes widened in alarm, and when they both looked down, realization struck them like lightning. Their faces were instantly filled with shock.
"What... What's this? Pervert!" Helen shrieked, shoving Charlie away with all her strength. Charlie stumbled back, his face flushed as he quickly shoved a hand into his pocket to adjust himself, trying to make the situation less conspicuous.
"Hey! You're the one who came and hugged me! And now you're calling me a pervert? That's a pretty bold accusation!" he shot back.
"That's..." Helen stammered, pointing at him, her face
