C133 The Matter Had Been Fermenting and the Dark Hand Had Been Working in the Shadows!

Fischer was taken aback by Christine's sudden move; he tried to step back but found himself caught by the collar.

"What's the matter? Do you think I'm a tiger or something?" Christine teased, her eyes twinkling as she pulled Fischer back towards her.

"No, it's just... your suddenness caught me off guard. It feels a bit odd," Fischer admitted with an awkward chuckle