"What's your name?" Chen Fei asked, looking at the apprehensive and frightened Apel. He put on a kind smile, hoping to alleviate her unease.
"Respected sir, my name is Apel." Even though she had already introduced herself more than once, she didn't dare show any annoyance at his repeated questions. She simply answered obediently.
Seeing the kind smile on his face, especially given the vast gulf in their status, did indeed relieve some of her panic and unease. She became slightly less restrained. In fact, she began to steal glances at Chen Fei's handsome face and kind smile, which sent ripples through her heart like a pebble tossed into a still lake. Inexplicably, her heart began to thump erratically, and a blush crept up her cheeks, warming her ears.
On the absurdly large and luxurious bed, Chen Fei and Apel just gazed at each other.
