Claudia turned to take a look at Bennett again. He was leaning in close at this time. Not only that, his thigh was almost brushing hers. She could already feel his warm body temperature.

Claudia's scalp went numb. She held her breath and swallowed hard. Suddenly, she felt something warm on her hand. She Looked down, only to receive an even bigger shocker. Bennett's hand was over hers!

“Stay focused, Claudia. If you don't, you will lose the battle."

Holding her hand, Bennett led her game character back to the turret to get a better view of the enemies.

This reminder jarred Claudia out of her world of wonder and confusion. She blinked hard and reverted her attention to the game.

The group battle soon got intense. Claudia was hell-bent on winning this level, so she could care less if Bennett was sitting too close to her.

Bennett chipped in warnings from time to time. Thanks to him, she died only twice in this game.

When the entire level came to an end, Claudia's eyes lit up at her awesome performance. She punched the air and said to him subconsciously, “I'm the real MVP!"

“Yeah, you're awesome."

Bennett gave her a thumbs-up with one of his eyes shut.

It wasn't until then that Claudia noticed something alarming. One of Bennett's arms was over her shoulders. Their bodies were so close as if they were having a side hug.

Her heart did a backflip instantly. The hand that was holding her phone began trembling.

For what seemed Like the thousandth time, her ears went red. The blush spread from her ears all the way to her cheeks.

There was barely an inch between them.

His intense scent tickled her senses. Anytime she breathed in, she perceived the familiar scent.

It was fresh and distant, just Like Bennett's temperament.

At this moment, their legs were not only touching. They were Leaning against each other. Claudia could feel his temperature well through the two thin layers of clothing.

Oh my goodness! In a panic, Claudia pulled away from him and tried moving to the other end of the sofa without being noticed.

Unfortunately, Luck wasn't on her side. The smooth leather made a squeaky sound the moment she placed her hand on the edge of the sofa Her hand slipped down directly.

She was only able to get up by a few inches. Suddenly, her legs turned to jelly and she sank to her knees. Her upper body hit Bennett's thigh first before her buttocks hit the floor.

Claudia gasped in horror.

How could her actions backfire in this way? She had just wanted to stay away from him. But now, she ended up being closer than ever!

Claudia raised her head and looked into his black eyes. She pursed her lips and swallowed, “Ermm... Sorry, I slipped."

Did he believe that? Why wasn't he saying anything? Just as Claudia's panic intensified, Bennett glanced at her red earlobe and asked with a smile, “Are you hurt?"