My Beloved Has Risen from Death's Embrace novel Chapter 136

Orion's eyes darkened with a hint of desire as he tightened his grip around the slender waist of the girl in his arms. His prominent nose gently brushed against her pale, soft neck. His long eyes half-closed, savoring this intimate moment.

"Ms. Nightshade, you're holding on a bit too tight."

So tight that he was almost losing control.

However, Xanthea, caught in a state of sheer panic, was on high alert and couldn't hear his unusual tone, nor feel any of his reactions.

"Oh no, this place is just too spooky, Orion, stop talking, let's get out of here fast. The snakes might come biting soon!"

Orion smirked, a hint of amusement flashing across his brows, "But the scenery in this forest is quite lovely, I think I'll stay and enjoy it a bit longer."

What?

Xanthea couldn't believe her ears.

With the ground crawling with sinister, twisting snakes, he actually wanted to stay and admire the scenery?

"Are you insane?"

Orion said, "I'm not afraid."

"But I am afraid!"

Xanthea was trembling with fear, her voice quivering, and her eyes tightly shut, not daring to open them even for a second.

She thought, "Oh my god, this guy must be crazy, not even afraid of snakes!"

"Don't worry, I'll protect you."

"Geeze! I'm trembling at the sight of them. Maybe you could escort me out first, then come back and enjoy the scenery with the snakes if you like."

"Hmm," Orion pondered, "that's a good idea."

"Right? So let's hurry up!"