Since it was a blackout caused by a malfunction, Shirley could eliminate the possibility of the Stewart family trying to murder her.
With a slight sigh of relief, Shirley slowly moved her hand away from Braden's neck and subconsciously wanted to distance herself from him.
Unexpectedly, he suddenly wrapped his iron-like arm around her waist forcefully, causing their bodies to press against each other tightly.
Startled, Shirley froze, not daring to move at all. She stammered, "What ... do you mean?"
Braden was silent. He wrapped his other hand around her waist like he was hugging a large furry doll.
Shirley was flustered. She struggled and warned, "Braden, don't take advantage of the dark to act like a rogue. Let me go, or you'll be sorry!"
"Don't move!"
Braden hugged her even tighter, like a koala holding a tree.
"You're pushing me. It seems you don't want your arm anymore, so I..."