The Devilish Assassin Meets The Angelic Detective

After unlocking the door, Charles guided Elena into his house. It was just a small concrete bungalow house with one room, living room, kitchen, dining area, space for working out, and a balcony. It was spacious enough for one man.

If Elle could see Charles's house then she would be shocked to see how organized it was unlike before. Elle didn't often visit Charles because his house was quite messy before.

Things were scattered everywhere. You would have a headache by just seeing the insides. But Charles had changed. Now, he organized his things very well because when Elle was still with him, she often nagged Charles about his untidy behavior.

When they got inside the house, Charles told Elena to wait in the dining area as he changed his clothes first. She headed straight to the kitchen and heated the food. After a while, Charles returned, already wearing his pajama.

He took a quick shower to wash away his drunkenness. When Elena saw his figure, she couldn't help but admire his build. Charles became more muscular and s.e.xier compared to before.

She could see the bulge of his six-pack abs underneath his fitting white thin shirt. She gulped forcefully while feasting her eyes on Charles's magnificent body. 

He became more attractive in her eyes. She immediately looked away as she felt the blood rushing on her cheeks. She was blushing!

"You must be hungry now. Come, let's eat." Charles said, grabbing a chair beside Elena.

Elena just nodded but she didn't speak. She was trying her best to calm her emotion down and clear her mind. Her heart was beating loudly and rapidly because of their closeness. Charles had always this kind of effect on her.

Elena looked like a teenager who was anxiously talking to her ultimate crush as of this moment. She was restless and nervous but at the same time, she was very happy. His mere presence excited her more.

They finished all the food that Elena prepared for both of them.

"Let's rest now. You can use my room. I will sleep in the living room." Charles softly said to her after they finished cleaning the table and washing the dishes.

"I'm sorry for this hassle. I think I can just-" Elena was about to volunteer to sleep in the living room when Charles cut her off immediately.

"You are my guest, Elena. You are also a girl. How can a man like me allow you to sleep in the living room while I am enjoying the soft bed? Go to my room now and rest. You still have a duty in the hospital tomorrow morning." Charles gently pushed her back going to her room.

"Okay, brother. Good night. Sweet dreams." Elena said before entering his room.

"Good night. Have a good sleep." Charles mumbled before he walked towards the living room.

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Two hours had passed when Elena was awakened by a faint sound. She's a light sleeper that's why even a faint noise could wake her up easily.

She rubbed her eyes and focused on listening to the sound. It looked like someone was crying. The soft and low whimpers were coming from the outside.

Elena got off the bed to trace the noise. It led her to the living room where Charles was staying. The light coming from the moon and the street lights outside were enough for her to have a clear vision of her path even if the lights inside the house were switched off.

When Elena arrived in the living room, she saw Charles sitting on the floor while his back was leaning on the lower part of the sofa. His body was shaking.

'Is Brother Charles crying?' Elena thought to herself upon seeing the scene.

She could hear his soft whimpers as if he was trying to suppress his voice from making any sound. She slowly traced her steps towards him. She confirmed it. Charles was crying.

Charles didn't notice Elena's presence yet. Seeing him like that, Elena felt a tinge of pain and sadness in her heart.

"Elle…" Elena heard him mumble in between his cries.

At that moment, Elena's heart sank. She knew Charles was acting like that because of her sister Elle.

"Elle…" Charles called her name once again while clutching his chest. Elena could feel his pain, his sorrow, and his helplessness.

He was still mourning for Elle's death. Elena wondered if Charles would always cry like this at night while thinking about Elle.

Elena's eyes began to tear up as well. If she was hurting because of Elle's death then how much more Charles? They were good friends for a very long time.

Elena couldn't stand it. She wanted to comfort him and ease his pain even a little. Without thinking twice, her feet moved towards Charles.

"B-Brother Charles…" Elena softly mumbled as she kneeled beside him.

Charles paused in his spot the moment he heard her soft mellow voice. He didn't want her to see him cry but it was already too late.

"E-Elena? W-What are you doing here? I thought you were already asleep?" Charles asked her while wiping the tears on his cheeks.

He was glad that Elena didn't turn on the lights. If she did then he would feel more embarrassed if she saw his crying face clearly. He was in a sorry state as of the moment.

"You are missing her… our sis Elle," Elena said instead of answering Charles's inquiry.

Charles lowered his gaze, closing his hand into a fist.

"Yeah… so badly." Charles gave her an honest answer.

Then his tears started to fall down his face once again. He couldn't help it. At night, when he was alone, his mind would always keep thinking about Elle. He felt really miserable. 

"Are you crying every night for the past two years because of sis?" Elena asked him again. She didn't know why but she wanted to confirm it.

"Yeah…" Charles said in a low voice that was almost a whisper.

"Do you… do you l-love her?" She suddenly asked him out of the blue.

Charles bit his lower lip and closed his eyes. It took him several seconds before he finally answered her.

"Yes… I do."

Elena's lips turned up into a faint smile. 'No wonder, Brother Charles couldn't move on even if two years had already passed since Sis Elle died.'

Elena turned to Charles. She didn't know where she got the courage. She cupped his face using her little hands and brought her face closer to him.

"Think of me… imagine that I am her… even just for tonight," Elena whispered before she finally closed their gaps and sealed his lips with a kiss.

This was her first kiss. Her heart was running wild from both excitement and nervousness. Her lips were trembling as she pressed them to his mouth. 

She didn't know if what she was doing was right. She just wanted to ease his pain. Her heart was also aching. She didn't want him to be sad.

At that moment, she confirmed her true feelings for him. It was not just a mere crush nor a mere admiration, not just mere physical attraction. Before she knew it, she had already fallen for him two years ago.

Her heart never stopped loving him even if they got separated. She was always hoping to see him once again. And now that he was back, Elena mustered up her courage and showed him how much she cared about him.

On the other hand, Charles was caught off guard when Elena's warm lips touched his. He went blank for a moment, his mind took time to absorb what was happening.

'What is she doing?'

Charles's mind was clouded by the sweetness of her lips. Elena was not actually doing the right kiss. She was just pressing her lips on his. Charles could sense that she had not experienced this before and this was her first.

Thinking about that, Charles's heart skipped a beat. For an unknown reason, he was glad to be her first kiss. He didn't want to disappoint her. He wanted to give her the most memorable and amazing first kiss.

With that, Charles's lips started to move slowly and gently, savoring every moment that their lips were in contact. He began to nibble on her lower lip. He even ran his tongue in between her lips, giving them moisture.

Elena's heart pounded even faster. She closed her eyes from the wonderful sensation Charles's expert mouth was giving her.

After feasting on her lower lip, he transferred his attention to her upper lip, nibbling, licking, and sucking it. Elena couldn't help letting out a soft m.o.a.n.

'It feels so good. I love this feeling.' Elena thought to herself.

After a while, Charles plunged his tongue in between her lips, seeking an entrance. Elena parted her lips, allowing Charles's tongue to invade and explore the inside of her mouth.

The gentle kiss deepened and it became more sensual and passionate. Charles's hand was now holding her chin and the back of her head, pulling her closer as he played with her tongue.

Elena let herself drown to the pleasure she was receiving from him through this kiss. She craved for more. She felt like she got addicted after tasting his lips. She wrapped her arms around his neck.

As time went by, Elena learned to respond and return his kiss with the same intensity as his. The kiss lasted for several minutes before they broke apart to grasp some air.

Their heavy breathing was heard amidst the silence of the night. No one spoke up. Both of them were avoiding each other's gaze.

'[email protected]! This atmosphere suddenly becomes awkward. What should I do? Charles, you are the man. For goodness's sake, speak up and tell her something.'

"Eh… Elena… are you... hungry? Do you want to eat?" 

Elena: "..." 

'Seriously...Charles? You f*ck up, for real!' He cursed himself inwardly.

Even Charles, himself, couldn't believe why he said those words. That's the only words he could say after that passionate kiss.