His words were simple, but Cecilia found them endearing.

The Christmas Day was approaching, and although Czanch wasn't as bustling as Duefron, it had its own lively atmosphere.

People were coming and going, and the aroma of food filled the air as it was dinnertime.

Mark parked the car and turned to Cecilia.

"What would you like to eat?"

Cecilia hesitated for a moment.

She seldom dined out with him.

Biting her lower lip, she said, "I want to have Thai food."

Mark pinched her cheek gently and said, "Sure, we'll have Thai food."

Cecilia was eager to get out of the car, but Mark held her back and said, “Put on your coat."

She refused, saying it was just a short walk to the elevator. She acted coquettishly and asked Mark to hold her coat for her. Mark fulfilled her little wish.

He watched her walk ahead. The square was adorned with small lights to create a festive atmosphere, and they lit up like tiny stars in the Milky Way at night.

However, Cecilia was even more dazzling than the Milky Way.

Mark stopped her.

"Cecilia."

Cecilia turned around and complained softly, “Mark, why are you walking so slow?"

Mark quickened his pace, put her coat over her shoulders, and then held her in his arms, Lowering his head to give her a deep kiss. It wasn't just a simple kiss. It was a passionate one.

She could taste the faint hint of tobacco on his lips.

Mark enticed Cecilia into returning the kiss. She felt a bit shy and gently pushed against his chest with one hand while her other hand rested on his heart.

Cecilia eventually surrendered to the kiss.