Find me in your labyrinth (Stella and Jonathan) novel Chapter 2193

Sylvia loosened her scarf as she sat in the passenger seat, but she didn't take it off. As they drove, her mind wandered back to the movies they'd watched, and she quizzed Gabriel on the details. He answered each question with ease.

"You weren't paying attention, were you?" she asked in surprise.

"To what?" Gabriel replied, his voice even.

"When you kissed me. Were you just not into it?" she probed, her curiosity piqued by the fact that he knew plot points she couldn't recall.

He shot her a glance. "Can you get drunk on bubble tea now?"

She couldn't help but smile, turning her gaze out the window. She rested her cheek in her hand, looking out at the early morning streets of J City, her eyes soft with affection.

When they got back to their place, Gabriel was immediately enveloped in a warm embrace. He pinned her against the wall, his tall frame casting a shadow over her, before leaning in for a passionate kiss.

Sylvia, kissing his collarbone, slid her hand under his shirt with a teasing tone, "Tonight, I want you to help me with my bath."

Her eyes locked onto his. "Will you?"

Gabriel's breathing grew heavy, feeling like tonight, Sylvia was different. She was mischievous and playful, like she was before she turned seventeen, like a real little girl.

He carried her to the bedroom, his voice husky, "Just a bath?"

She looked up and slowly removed the hairpin from her bun, letting her curls fall loosely around her shoulders, adding a touch of lazy charm. She wrapped her arms around his shoulders and whispered in his ear, "And to thank you for being my personal bodyguard all day."

Gabriel's lips curled into a smile as he undid his shirt buttons with deliberate, strong movements.

Old Mr. Jarvis chuckled softly, "No need to disturb him. I was just wondering if he's coming home today. Let him sleep."

"I'll let him know you called when he wakes up," Sylvia offered warmly.

"That's very kind of you. And when you have a chance, have him bring you over for a visit," he said affectionately.

Sylvia paused, then nodded, "Yes, I'd like that. We'll visit soon."

"Well, I won't keep you two. Goodbye, my dear."

"Goodbye!" she replied, ending the call and setting the phone down with a newfound warmth in her heart.