Chapter 5461

Upstairs lay Maria's boudoir, permeating the same delicate fragrance as her body, which left one feeling a little lightheaded. Charlie couldn't help but recall the time when Maria had helped him to bed after a severe injury and a peculiar feeling stirred within him. However, he quickly brushed those thoughts aside and proceeded to change into the clothes Maria had prepared. As he unpacked the garments, he noticed that they were matching couple outfits, featuring oversized Gucci t-shirts, classic printed LV shorts and matching Hermes slippers. It dawned on Charlie that Maria intended for them to disguise themselves as a couple on their trip to the southern province. It made sense, a man and a woman together appeared more ordinary and inconspicuous. Besides, meeting Morgana, the most powerful master Charlie knew, required extra caution. With the new attire, Charlie descended the stairs. The sight of him made Maria's heart flutter with joy. Despite being twenty-eight years old, Charlie exuded youthful energy, making him pass off as a college student with ease in this trendy outfit. Maria admired the harmony between them when dressed as a couple and her happiness showed through her curved eyebrows and eyes. Approaching Maria, Charlie noticed her blushing and inquired curiously, "Miss Clark, did you prepare these clothes, or was it Mr. Cole and the others?" Maria shyly replied, "I asked them to prepare it. I thought that our appearance together on this journey would influence how we are perceived. After careful consideration, it seems that... presenting ourselves as a couple would be more fitting."

Charlie nodded in agreement, "In that case, let's act as a couple when we're around others." With a hint of coyness, Maria bit her lip and suggested, "Since we're playing the role of a couple, would the Young Master like to come up with a suitable name for me?" "What name?" Charlie asked with curiosity. Maria explained, "Couples often call each other 'baby' or 'dear,' or refer to each other as 'husband' and 'wife' and such. I was wondering if you have any ideas." Charlie awkwardly responded, "Uh, maybe Ms. Clark should decide. You have more experience in life than I do. I'll follow your lead." Maria rolled her eyes playfully and muttered, "Young Master, you sure know how to flatter." "No, no," Charlie waved his hands frantically, assuring her, "I didn't mean it that way. I just feel that you have more wisdom and life experience. I'll gladly follow your lead." Maria responded with a tinge of regret and self-consciousness, "While it's true that I may have more years under my belt, I must admit that I lack the wisdom and expertise in matters of the heart that you possess, being already happily married, you have far more experience in such matters than me." Charlie couldn't help but chuckle in embarrassment and said, "We're both learning as we go, so let's not worry about who knows more. We'll support and lean on each other as we navigate this journey together..."