Having expressed her gratitude, Claudia couldn't help but fixate on the bobbing of his Adam's apple. She found herself swallowing in sync.

She yearned to touch his Adam's apple.

Despite there being only around twenty steps on the stairs, it was evident that Bennett maintained a regular exercise routine throughout the year. He effortlessly held Claudia and swiftly descended to the first floor.

“Do you wish to be seated in the wheelchair?"

His question, voiced from above her, startled her back to reality. She nodded, her cheeks turning red. "Yes