Osmophobia Chapter 7 Always Jade walked home
in a daze. She found herself swaying from one
side of the sidewalk to the next, in almost a
silent dance with her new book. Dang the cuteness.
Jade breathed, spinning lazily as she walked.
She approached her familiar apartment door and
swept inside. As she entered, she closed the
door behind herself, took a breath, and squeezed
her book. She looked down at the beautiful leather
of the book, hugged it once more, and dashed
across her home to her bedroom. She flipped on
her lights, threw off her clothes in the corner,
and slammed into bed, eager to tear into the
pages. As she was just cozying down, she felt
her phone vibrate at her side. Her heart stopped.
Oh my gosh, she whispered in excitement. She
scooped up her phone in her paws as her tail
wrapped around her, forming a cozy, fluffy fortress.
The name Cedric was lit across her phone's screen,
along with a hidden message. She unlocked her
phone with a swipe. I'm home, safe and sound,
the message read. Another text rolled in. You?
Jade cleared her throat as if that would bring
more clarity to her texts. All good here, she
typed. Just got home myself. Perfect, he responded.
Thanks for a wonderful day together. So, are
you going to start your book tonight? Duh, she
giggled and typed. I literally just opened it
when you texted. Oh, cool. I'll leave you to
it. Enjoy. Jade's eyes widened and she typed
quickly. Oh, no, no, you're fine. I can read
and text you. It's my superpower. The power of
multitasking. LOL, you're amazing, he replied.
Well, in that case, I have an idea. Jade raised
an eyebrow. Would you like for me to read you
the book? I have my own copy here somewhere.
Jade's jaw dropped. Uh, yes? That's like the
most romantic thing ever. You, Cedric, are a
charmer. LOL. Perfect. Here, one sec. Jade waited
for a bit, snuggling her pillow under her head.
She started to browse Capclaw to calm the nerves.
How could anyone be so effortlessly adorable,
she thought. Suddenly, Jade's phone lit up. It
was Cedric, trying to make a video call. Jade
squealed and fell out of bed in surprise. She
was naked. Play casual, Jade. Breathe. Just breathe.
The phone laid on her bed, seeing only the ceiling.
That would be fine, right? Yeah, totally. She
swiped to answer, and she could see Cedric's
phone -lit face with glasses and awkward smile.
Hello, princess. Have you started the book at
all yet? Jade almost melted out of her fur as
she gained her composure. Hey, nope, not yet.
Was just admiring the cover, honestly. Incredible,
isn't it? I have a hardcover version here at
my home library somewhere. Of course he had a
home library, she thought. Awesome. You, once
again, are the cutest. Wanting to read for me?
Smooth moves, Wolf, Jade said flirting. Cedric
laughed awkwardly. Well, I couldn't turn down
an opportunity to nerd out over a classic with
you. You will adore this one. Jade smiled, staring
at her phone on her bed. For a moment, she almost
forgot she was... Where are you, by the way?
All good on your end? Jade's eyes went wide as
she covered her face with her hands. The next
words flowed from her mouth like honey. I'm naked,
so the ceiling will have to work for now, that
stuff. Cedric almost dropped his phone. He looked
to the side and pushed up his glasses. I, uh,
oh, I can call back, princess. You hum. Sorry
about that. Jade let out a laugh. Hearing Cedric
flustered was way more adorable than she was
expecting. Cedric laughed on his end as well.
Really, I'm sorry. I guess you just got home,
so... My bad. He laughed with a smile. Jade took
a breath. You know what? If you don't mind talking
to the ceiling, I would love to watch you read
to me. Cedric visibly relaxed. Deal, princess.
He smiled. You ready? Jade giggled. Ready. Cedric
cleared his throat. Oh, and hum, also, you never
called me hot stuff before. Jade's eyes widened.
I like it. I love when you are just you. It's
beautiful. Jade took a breath. She slyly came
up on the bed to both of their surprise and came
into view of her phone. Okay, she said smoothly.
Cedric looked to the side and smiled shyly. For
that comment, you get from my collarbones up.
Fine. Princess, you enchant me. Alright, alright.
Calm yourself. I'm ready. You? Always. He cleared
his throat, opened the book, and began. This
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