Chapter 217
217 Their Entanglement Has Begun
Dalton stopped fidgeting with his beaded bracelet. But instead of answering, he asked, ‘ Why?”
“It feels like he’s doing everything for you. Does he owe a debt to the Quinnell family?” Wynter asked.
“Well,” Dalton answered, “he does.”
Wynter rested her chin on her hand. “Then ask him to remove the Defensive Shield icon for me.”
Dalton paused, pretending to be puzzled. “Defensive Shield?”
Thinking he might not have known, Wynter explained, “It’s an icon that appears on my livestream
channel when I receive a big tip. It doesn’t suit my aesthetic.”
Dalton chuckled softly. “Why not ask the administrator to handle it?”
Wynter, rarely emotional, pouted slightly. “The administrator only sends me automated responses, and
the moderators haven’t addressed it. I think it’s probably because the tip amount is significant, and they
fear upsetting a major client.”
Dalton asked slowly, “Isn’t receiving tips a good thing?”
“It is, but I’m not used to being bound like this.” Wynter was really bothered by the icon. It had two
hearts, and it would easily increase the intimacy status.
Dalton seemed to ponder for a moment before gradually smiling. “I don’t think I can help you with that.”
He was right. Asking the boss to remove the Defensive Shield icon could have been seen as
unreasonable.
Wynter didn’t pursue the topic further. “I’ll figure something out.”
Dalton hoped otherwise. He fidgeted with the beads on his fingers, realizing that the livestream
platform’s security needed further upgrades. In particular, icons like Defensive Shield couldn’t simply
disappear.
That evening, several executives of the livestream platform received notifications. The focus was on
the Defensive Shield icon and the streamer’s need to cater to VIP users.
Normally, Dalton wouldn’t concern himself with such trivial matters. The executives were now quite
confused. What should be reported to the CEO, and what shouldn’t? With the time difference, their
conversation didn’t last long.
Furthermore, Margaret soon entered with a blanket, urging Wynter to sleep. Dalton, being Tactful,
ended the video call.
But just before hanging up, his final words were unexpectedly intimate. “I’ll be back soon.” It sounded
like what a boyfriend on a business trip would say to his girlfriend.
Wynter’s heart felt inexplicably stirred. Ultimately, it was his captivating voice and handsome face that
caused this reaction. If it were someone else, she probably wouldn’t think much about it.
Ever since the day she bit him, she often recalled that moment. His face would even appear in her
dreams.
It felt like they had known each other for a long time. He felt very familiar to her. However, she couldn’t
recall why. Wynter fell asleep under the warmth of the freshly sun–dried blanket.
This was probably how the elders in every family treated the youngsters. No matter what the
youngsters encountered outside, coming home meant entering a comfortable and clean environment.
Seeing Wynter staring at her, Margaret thought she was afraid of the dark, just like in her childhood.
She fanned Wynter and started telling stories to her. This was rare for Wynter. After all, she knew those
stories better than anyone else.
The next day, Wynter was still half–asleep when she was pulled up. Her long hair was tousled. She
rubbed her eyes, planning to continue sleeping. However, Margaret wouldn’t
allow it.
She tugged on Wynter’s arm. “Hurry! Mr. Lopez said you must take the test today! The whole school is
waiting for your results!”