Edwin remained unruffled, his composure unwavering.

After all, he still possessed the finesse of a suitor, undeterred by Laura's reticence.

Their shared history had endowed him with a deep understanding of her temperament and her penchant for silence, qualities he found utterly endearing.

Having reached the parking lot, Edwin brought the car to a halt.

But Laura remained seated, unmoved.

He opened his door and said warmly, “It's time to step out."

She protested, "You go ahead! I have no desire to leave this car."

Edwin couldn't help but chuckle.

“Enough of these childlike antics," he admonished.

When he set his mind to something, he could be quite stubborn.

Despite being a year her junior, he often exhibited a far greater emotional intelligence.

Laura, appearing diminutive, found her confidence waning in his presence.

Observing her reluctance, Edwin tenderly drew her close, enveloping her in his protective embrace.

With one hand, he closed the car door behind them.

Leaning in, he whispered softly by her ear "You seem to behave only when I'm holding you like this, don't you?

Edwin, resplendent in his well-tailored suit and beside his Luxurious car, cradling a girl in his arms, had already drawn the attention of onlookers nearby.

A flush of warmth crept into Laura's cheeks as she attempted to push him away.

"Release me," she insisted.

Instead, Edwin draped his arm around her shoulders.

“It's chilly out here!"