Love Beyond Reach novel Chapter 7

Although they had escaped from the haunted house, Georgina remained shaken. She continuously patted her chest as her mind uncontrollably replayed the terrifying scenes from earlier.

When she recalled the kiss, her face flushed with embarrassment. She shot Julian an annoyed glance.

"Julian, you were too impulsive. Even if you were worried about me, you shouldn't have done that in front of your girlfriend. She's going to overthink it."

Having left in a hurry, Julian wasn't sure how Saoirse had reacted to what she saw. He chose not to respond to Georgina's comment.

Glancing at the closed door, Georgina continued to murmur, "That task was so tough. How is Saoirse supposed to complete it alone? She wouldn't just grab someone and kiss them, would she?"

Julian shook his head. "She wouldn't."

Surprised by his certainty, Georgina looked at him curiously. "How are you so sure?"

"She likes me a lot. She wouldn't have eyes for anyone else."

Saoirse happened to reach the door when she heard this. A bitter smile appeared on her lips. So, Julian knew everything. He knew how hopelessly she liked him.

Was that why he could so recklessly hurt her?

She straightened her hair, which was damp with cold sweat, and pushed open the door.

Seeing her come out, Georgina quickly stepped forward, grabbing her hand with a concerned expression. "Saoirse, how did you get out?"

Saoirse took a few steps to the side, distancing herself from Georgina, and replied coolly, "It's simple. Just forfeit, and the scare actors will let you out."

Georgina's eyes widened in surprise at those nonchalant words. She turned to Julian. "We could forfeit the game? Then why did we—"

Julian interrupted her before she could finish. "I was too worried about you. I'm sorry."

Georgina's blush hadn't faded as she glanced at Saoirse. She tentatively commented, "I'm fine with it as long as you don't mind, Saoirse. Julian and I used to play house and kiss each other a lot when we were kids. We only play around; it's nothing serious."

Seeing the two of them echoing each other, Saoirse silently walked toward the exit.