Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Willow hung up the phone , glanced at the time , and continued editing photos . Simon and Declan walked to this floor and , noticing the lights on , came over to take a look . In front of the floor to ceiling windows , the city lights were dazzling . It was the night view of the city , symbolizing its liveliness and magnificence . In the office area , there was only a single white light and the faint glow from the computer screen , as weak as fireflies under the bright moon , yet it illuminated Ritas face clearly . Hey , isnt that … said Simon as he started walking inside . But he was pulled back by Declan and led away . Simon asked , Why did you pull me back ? I really like her . Shes working , answered Declan . Simon sighed . Indeed , it wont be appropriate to disturb her . But after he thought it over , he said , No , wait . Did you pressure her into this ? Making her stay late at the office working for you . Its so late and the buses are almost all gone . Its dangerous for a girl to be out alone . Declan didnt say anything . Simon added , If you wont cherish her , I will . The two walked out of the building , and it had started raining outside . I wonder if Rita has an umbrella . How pitiful ! said Simon . Go ahead if you want to . Declan looked cold . Simon teased , Youre so cold blooded . No wonder the girl you like is marrying someone else . Declan gave him a cold look . Simon shivered just as the driver pulled up in the car . He quickly got in , closed the door , and waved goodbye . His movements were smooth and effortless . Declan stood for a moment before his driver also pulled up in the car . The driver got out with an umbrella and opened the door for Declan . After finishing photo editing , Willow turned around and saw raindrops hitting the window . It was raining . She hadnt brought an umbrella . Willow left her computer behind . When she stepped out of the building , she found that although the rain wasnt heavy , it was dense enough to soak her through if she walked for a while . 1/3 Chapter 17 She took out her phone to call a taxi . A black Maybach slowly drove up and stopped in front of her . The rain was still coming down heavily , and puddles on the ground reflected the citys night lights , creating strange , blurry patterns that distorted the night . The car window rolled down , revealing Declans exquisitely handsome face . He turned his eyes , looking at her calmly . Willow wanted to refuse but glanced down at her phone . There was a long queue for rideshares , with over a dozen people ahead of her . Willow got into the car . She said . Thank you , Mr. Where do you live ? asked Declan . Willow told him the name of her apartment and thanked him again . Declan grunted in response , turned his face , and looked out his side window . Willow felt like she was sitting next to one of her dignified elders . All her movements were restrained and cautious , including her breathing . She slowly raised her hand and used her sleeve to wipe her hair . Unbeknownst to her , every move she made was reflected on the rain beaten window . It was blurred and damp . Declan turned his eyes and noticed the raindrops hanging in Willows hair and lashes . There was also a layer of fine mist on her , blurring the light streaming in from outside the window . Declan handed her a towel . Willow hesitated before taking it . Thank you , she said . Declan looked back out the window . Ill wash it and return it to you . Willow was trying to dry her hair . The driver in front sneaked a peek in the rearview mirror . He was observing discreetly . Its just a towel ; Mr. Turner wont … Alright , said Declan . The driver was shocked . What ? Willow folded the towel and put it in her bag . 2/3 Chapter 17 Her stomach growled at that moment . She stiffened . She was trying to pretend nothing happened . Her stomach growled again . And it was louder than ever in the silent car … Willow hugged her bag tightly . She kept telling herself , As long as Im not embarrassed , its embarrassing for others . Lets go to Wallen City , said Declan . The driver hesitated for a moment but answered promptly due to professionalism , Yes . The car stopped at an alleyway . The driver got out first and opened the back door with an umbrella . Declan got out , took the umbrella from the driver , and looked back at Willow . Willow was confused . She looked at Declan . The rainy night blurred his features , making his hand holding the umbrella look strong and attractive . He probably will be good at pinching too , thought Willow . -For a moment , she suspected she had been exposed . He had brought me here to punish or kill me ? She was imagining things . AD Comment Title: A Princess? No! I'm the Female General! In "A Princess? No! 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