“Well, you know me best. I have selfish motives, but I can’t help it. Every time I see you, I just want to be close to you. I remember every word you say. I’ve counted your eyelashes, felt your breath up close, and imagined countless times of making you mine.
“Bonnie, do you know how much I suppress myself? I can’t help it. I’m afraid of hurting you, being too hasty, and making you unhappy. Sometimes, I feel like you’re the bright star I look up to, something to admire from afar.
“But I don’t want to accept it. So, give me a ladder, and I’ll pluck you from the sky. I will cradle you in my arms and protect you with all my heart.”
The man’s voice was filled with deep affection, and his eyes were as deep as the sea. Besides her, there was no room for anyone else.
Bonnie had a soft heart and felt the man’s sincerity. ‘How could I not be moved?’
“But you shouldn’t have done that to me in front of so many people.”
“You’re right. I did go too far! I deserve to be hit!”
Ivor took Bonnie’s hand and slapped himself in the face as he spoke. It made an audible sound.
“Y-You’re insane!”
Afraid that Ivor would use her hand to hit himself again, Bonnie quickly pulled her hand back.
Sensing the girl’s subtle movement, Ivor’s smile widened.
“Yes, I’m insane! I’m addicted to you. What can I do? Bonnie, since you’re a medical expert, can you heal me? I feel like I’m beyond cure.”
Bonnie considered herself capable of always remaining calm, but she could not withstand the man’s sweet talk.
“You have lovesickness. I can’t cure this.”
“No! You can! Only you can cure my illness.” Ivor held Bonnie’s hands tightly and looked deeply into her eyes. “Bonnie, are you willing to cure me?” Bonnie felt she had no escape, locked in by such profound and unrepentant eyes.
Suddenly, various cheers erupted around them.
“Say yes to him!”
“Say yes!”
Bonnie suddenly snapped out of her trance and realized many people were watching the scene, and Orpheus was particularly enthusiastic. “Bonwick, say yes! My nephew is being so sincere!”
Sienna, who had come to watch the excitement, looked embarrassed.
“Bonnie! Say yes to him. He’s a really good person!” Benedict also joined in the cheering.
Ivor smiled brightly. “Bonnie, did you hear that? Everyone is very optimistic about us. Trust me, and I’ll take care of you for the rest of our lives.”
“I…” Bonnie didn’t know how to respond for a moment.
Sensing Bonnie’s dilemma, Ivor didn’t rush her but slowed his pace.
“Look into my eyes and answer me seriously.”
She raised her eyes as instructed and met Ivor’s gaze.
“Bonnie, do you dislike me?” Ivor asked.
She shook her head.
“Since you don’t dislike me, you must like me, right?” Ivor asked again.
