The speed was so fast that Alex had no time to react, so he just tightened.
She actually... kissed him willingly?
The anger in his heart was extinguished by this small peck.
Alex was stunned for a while, and then gently pulled Jane into his arms.
He lifted her up and put her on his lap, stretched out his hand to gently brush away the hair scattered on her cheeks. The corners of her mouth moved but remained silent.
Jane's heart tightened, and she spoke softly, "Alex, I'm sorry..." Before she could finish, her lips were sealed by his slightly cold ones.
This was the gentlest Alex had been since they had met, and his hands didn't wander as they had before. He just held Jane tightly.
This gave her hanging heart a sense of security.
Fortunately, this time Alex didn't have the urge to ta
