However, my breath hitched as I saw her ragged robe didn't cover much. Her bare back, smooth and exposed, almost made me jump at her.
So I turned around too.
This was dangerous.
I was aroused, so much, almost lost control, felt like I went into a trance and lost myself.
Who wouldn't I be?
I am man and men can't resist much in these scenarios, no matter the inner will. However, I did say I would respect her dignity so I kept myself in control.
Before my mind spiraled further—
"Thank you." her soft, genuine voice called out.
I turned around.
Jiu Yin looked at me, her eyes filled with raw emotion.
I raised a brow. "For what?"
"...For saving me." She hesitated, then took a deep breath. "I don't know how you did it… even my mother had no clue at first… but I'm truly grateful. I… I can finally face my mother because of you."
She bowed deeply.
