Chapter 84: You matter to me

"Thanks." Cosette smiled at Maxen after cleaning her wounded palm and dressing it up.

After their minor accident, the two of them returned to the bus. Everyone was still out there, so it was just the two of them. Fortunately, there was a nearby pharmacy and Maxen simply ran to buy the things he needed for her grazes. 

He let out a quiet sigh and glanced up at her. "I can't take my eyes off of you even for a second."

"You make it sound like it's my fault."

"I didn't mean it that way."

"I know." Cosette pressed her lips into a thin line before smacking them. "Anyway, I'm okay. I already feel better after dressing up my hand and cleaning my knees."

Maxen studied her face for a moment before leaning back against his seat. Another deep exhale escaped his mouth, closing his eyes to rest them for a bit.

"That shameless girl…"