Bab 72: Three letters?!!

Kan emerged from the bathroom, dressed and ready to go. When Ellie's eyes landed on him, a mischievous grin tugged at the corners of her lips.

"Someone didn't take long," Ellie remarked, her tone playfully teasing.

Kan flashed her a boyish grin. "Wouldn't want to keep a pretty lady waiting," he replied, trying to match her playful tone.

Ellie's smile widened, and mischief danced in her brown eyes. "Okay, well, I hope you had all that sweat you worked washed off. We're going to meet the gang, and trust me, I love you, but they're still warming up to you. A bad smell is the last thing you need," she teased.

Kan's expression shifted to one of mild concern. "Wait, I still reek of... you know what?" he asked, a hint of worry creeping into his voice.

Ellie couldn't contain her laughter, and it bubbled out of her like a musical tune. "Oh, Kan, you're so easy to tease!" she exclaimed, her shoulders shaking with amusement.