Chapter 467

Arthur's low voice carried a teasing smile. "What are you running for? Don't want me to hold you anymore?"

"Who asked you to?" Clara shot back.

Pride made her deny it instantly, though her voice trembled.

Before she could take another step, Arthur stood and pulled her effortlessly into his arms with a faint tug on their linked pinkies. He held her tightly and steadily against his chest.

One arm lo