As Kevan spoke, the crowd burst into laughter.

"Oh my, who would have thought the great Mr. Rogers would be whipped by his girlfriend?"

"Finally, someone who can tame Kevan!"

"Larissa, you’re so awesome!"

"Any old punishment won't do! You should whip him!"

A few of them chimed in among the crowd.

Larissa joined in playfully, saying, "I'll consider it next time."

She spoke very lightly and her laughter seemed genuine, she did not look like she was putting up an act. Kevan stole a glance at her and saw the faint smile on the corner of her lips. Her eyes were filled with joy as she no longer looked as tense as before. Perhaps the room was rather warm, as her face had turned rosy. The bright light illuminated her eyes, making them twinkle in the dimly lit room.

Kevan tightened his grip around her waist, and his mouth and throat turned dry. He licked his lips and raised the glass in his hand, gulping down the remaining vodka in one go. The ice-cold liquid slid down his throat, r