Liana was still silent, her cheeks flushed completely, unable to reply to David teasing. She could only look down in embarrassment, gazing at her hand, which was still tightly held by David.
David saw Liana behavior. He knew Liana was feeling very shy, and David decided to end his teasing. He gently lifted Liana chin, forcing her to look at him.
"I was serious about what I said earlier, Liana. I want you to stay with me. And I won't let you go home alone tonight," David said with a more serious and protective tone.
"Thank you, David," Liana replied, using David name for the first time.
David smiled contentedly. He started the car engine and continued their journey back to the apartment. Throughout the ride home, David hand never let go of Liana hand.
David and Liana arrived at the apartment basement and took the elevator together. As they reached their unit floor, David followed Liana who was walking towards her unit door.
