His innocent wife is a dangerous hacker.-Chapter 481 Bunny set

"Here we are," the saleswoman said gently, guiding Bella’s attention toward a corner of the shop. 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

Bella’s breath stilled.

Several mannequins stood together, each wearing something playful and sweet. One had a soft, burnt-orange set with little fox ears sewn delicately into the headband. Another wore sleek black pieces with a mischievous cat motif, tiny whiskers embroidered near the hip, a subtle tail detail. But it was the last one that made Bella’s heart skip.

It was dressed in the softest shade of blush pink, with pieces that seemed both innocent and intentional. A delicate bralette with scalloped lace, and shorts with a small, fluffy pom-pom at the back.

"These are our bunny-themed sets," the woman explained, her voice warm. "They’re a favorite."

Bella’s cheeks grew hot. She curled her fingers into her palms, feeling suddenly very seen. The bunny designs weren’t very revealing or costumey. They were tender, made from fabrics that looked cloud-soft, trimmed with lace so fine it seemed to breathe. Tiny satin bows were placed just so beautifully. The colors were gentle: misty grey, cream, the palest pink. It was pretty, not very provocative.

She swallowed and let her eyes wander over each detail. The stitching was perfect. The lace lay flat and delicate. Her heart beat a little faster, a nervous, fluttering rhythm low in her stomach. She reached up and tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear, trying to look thoughtful, like she was considering the craft. But without warning, Leo’s face flashed in her mind, his gray eyes, his slow smile, and her skin tingled.

"They’re... really cute," she said softly, almost to herself.

The saleswoman’s smile was kind. She didn’t push. Instead, she carefully lifted a few sets from the display and laid them across a velvet-lined table. "You’re welcome to try anything. There’s no rush."

Bella nodded. She was still blushing, but she felt a daring spark inside her. She reached out and brushed her fingertips over the nearest set. It was even softer than she imagined, like touching a dandelion puff. Warmth spread from her fingers up her arm.

This feels... exciting, she thought.

She let herself look at the other styles, her fingers tracing delicate straps and smooth seams, until she settled on one in pure white. It had pretty lace that traced the edges like frost, and something about it felt both sweet and secret. Cute, but with a hidden kind of sexy.

"Will it... fit?" Bella asked, her voice hesitant.

"Of course," the saleswoman reassured her. "Would you like to try it on?"

Bella nodded and took the set, slipping behind the curtain of the changing room. Outside, she could hear Scarlett’s cheerful voice and the saleswoman politely telling her Bella was just trying something on.

Alone, Bella let out a slow breath. She slipped into the set, the fabric cool and smooth against her skin. When she looked in the mirror, her eyes widened.

She bit her lip, her gaze traveling over her reflection. The lace hugged her curves gently. The soft white made her skin look warm. She placed a hand over her chest, feeling her heart beat steady and strong.

A new look darkened her eyes with an unknown expression.

I like it.

It makes me look... sexy.

Most people saw her as the cute one. The shy girl. The pretty, soft thing you wanted to protect. But for Leo, she didn’t want to be just that. For him, she wanted to be a revelation. Hot. Sexy. A woman who could undo him with a look.

After another long moment, she changed back into her clothes, folding the delicate set with care. She drew back the curtain and stepped out.

"I’ll take this one, please," she said, her voice a little firmer now. Then, before her courage faded, she added, "Can you show me a few others like it, too?"

"Of course, ma’am," the salesperson said with a kind smile.

Scarlett, who had been browsing nearby, practically bounced over. "Well? What did you pick?" she asked, her eyes bright with curiosity.

Bella clutched the delicate bag a little tighter. "A... bunny set," she whispered, her cheeks warming all over again.

Scarlett’s grin spread wide. "No way! That’s perfect. He calls you bunny, bunny... can you imagine his face when he sees you in that?" She wiggled her eyebrows playfully, and Bella had to look down to hide her own smile.

"Did you... find something for yourself too?" Bella asked softly, steering the attention away from herself.

Scarlett nodded, holding up her own small boutique bag. "Maybe," she said, a hint of mischief in her tone.

A new, daring thought crossed Bella’s mind. She leaned in just a bit, her voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. "Are you going to show it to Zion?"

This time, it was Scarlett’s turn to blush. A pretty pink spread across her cheeks, and she looked down with a small, flustered smile. She gave a quick, shy nod.

A warm, triumphant feeling bubbled up in Bella’s chest. She couldn’t help the soft giggle that escaped her. So this was why Leo and Scarlett loved teasing her so much. Seeing someone else turn flustered and pink, it felt surprisingly, delightfully good.

So her smile grew a little wider, a soft spark of mischief lighting in her eyes. She tilted her head, her voice still gentle but now laced with playful curiosity.

"Hmm... so it’s a secret for Zion?" she asked, leaning in just a bit closer. "What color is it? Is it... lace? Maybe something... black?"

Scarlett’s blush deepened, creeping all the way to the tips of her ears. She swatted at Bella’s arm lightly. "Hey! No fair. You’re learning all the wrong things from me."

"I’m just asking," Bella said innocently, though her eyes were shining. "You’re the one who’s all red. It must be something really special." She paused, tapping her chin thoughtfully. "Do you think he’ll like it?"

"Bella!" Scarlett hissed, her voice a flustered whisper as she glanced around the quiet boutique, though no one was paying them any mind. "Stop it!"

But Bella just giggled, the sound light and happy.