The man’s deep and gentle voice was like honey, sweetening Joanna’s heart and soul.
Her heart began to pound rapidly again.
Lifting her gaze, she met his deep, enchanting ink-black eyes, throwing her breath into disarray.
This man was just too charming.
The intoxicating sweet nothings he whisked up came effortlessly to him.
She was utterly unprepared, her emotions expertly toyed with by him, flitting up then down, from quick pace to slow...
Half an hour later, they arrived at the school.
Aria was the first to get out of the car.
Once outside, she stood by the car, lifting up the bag in her hands to show Ashton while wearing a charming smile. "Heartthrob, thank you for your gift, and the astoundingly delicious dinner tonight. If you do not mind, whenever you have time, I’ll treat both of you to a meal."
Aria had a very, very good impression of Ashton.
She thought he was a hundred times better than the scumbag David.
Ashton didn’t only look better than David, but he was also wealthier. Most importantly, she saw the genuine affection he showed towards Joanna.
His attitude towards them was a clear indicator of this.
If he didn’t value Joanna, there would be no need for him to go out of his way to send gifts and invite her roommate to dine out.
People of their status, like him, are usually proud and aloof.
For instance, David hadn’t ever taken them out for a meal, let alone given any gifts.
Moreover, whenever he visited Joanna at school, he’d always displayed an air of superiority.
Ashton, however, gave a light, respectful nod, agreeing easily "Sure."
"Then it’s settled." Aria seemed thrilled, "As a college student, I can’t afford to take you to a high-end restaurant. But I know of a dainty barbecue restaurant that has fantastic taste and is pretty clean too. Whenever you’re free, tell Joanna and we’ll set a time to go."
"You two must have some words to share alone, so I’ll go back to my dorm to pack up."
After saying that, she waved at Joanna and Ashton and then jogged off.
Ashton glanced at their departing guest through the rear-view mirror, a smile tugging at his thin lips, "Your friend is sensible, what’s her name?"
"Aria." When Ashton praised her friend, Joanna felt even happier than being praised herself. Her face broke into a smile as she said, "Aria is really great, she’s my best friend."
Ashton’s question was simply from a casual conversation, without any intention to delve further. After responding vaguely, he turned towards Joanna still sitting in the back seat, saying, "Get out, come sit next to me."
Joanna thought he had something to say to her, so she unbuckled her seatbelt, got out and walked around the car to the front seat.
As soon as she sat down, even before she could get settled, she was pulled by a strong force.
She bumped into Ashton’s body and was immediately filled with his crisp, pleasant scent.
Joanna felt a momentary intoxication, as if drunk, her head spinning slightly.
She didn’t generally like men wearing perfume.
But Ashton’s scent was quite pleasant.
Ashton held her chin, lifting it high. His deep, enticing gaze locked onto her eyes. His thin lips curled up slightly, and his deep, magnetic voice intoned, "Baby, now that your friend has left, isn’t it time for you to explain things to me properly?"
"Explain... what?" Joanna blinked, her face filled with confusion.
She had no idea what he was referring to.