Chapter 1025:
Caden wasn’t asleep at all. He heard every sound Alicia made, each movement filled with her usual grace. When she covered him, her gentle presence was unmistakable. He could feel the faint brush of her long hair against him, carrying its delicate fragrance. For a fleeting moment, he almost reached out to grab her hand, longing to press a kiss to her soft skin.
But Alicia, oblivious to his inner turmoil, turned and made her way to the kitchen to prepare a simple breakfast.
The enticing aroma soon filled the air, stirring Caden’s senses. He opened his eyes and turned his gaze toward her, captivated by her slender figure moving with quiet efficiency in the kitchen.
Before he could look away, Alicia emerged with a plate in hand, catching him off guard.
Caden quickly shifted his eyes, feigning nonchalance.
“Awake?” Alicia asked.
Caden knew the game was up. There was no use pretending anymore. He grunted in response.
“If you’re awake, come and eat,” Alicia said, her tone detached.
Caden’s heart gave an involuntary leap. A smirk played at his lips as he replied, “I must be dreaming. You’re actually offering me a way out.”
Alicia didn’t miss a beat. “Don’t overthink it. This is just repayment for last night’s dessert. If you don’t want it, that’s fine too.”
Caden leaned back on the sofa, deciding against taking her up on the offer. Instead, he turned his gaze toward the window, where the vibrant green foliage.
outside danced in the morning breeze. The cheerful chirping of birds created a serene backdrop, too perfect to disrupt.
Caden clasped his hands behind his head, savoring the tranquility. The world felt strangely still, as if gifting him a fleeting moment of peace.
Out of nowhere, a bird dropping landed squarely on his forehead.
Caden was so furious that he felt like he could demolish the house.
Under his breath, Caden cursed as he headed for a shower. He didn’t reappear until after Alicia had finished her breakfast, still visibly upset.
Alicia, rinsing her mouth, noticed his foul expression. “Did you use sandpaper on your face? Why so red?”
Caden’s face grew even darker with irritation. Approaching the cleared dining table, he frowned. “Where’s my breakfast?”
Alicia arched an eyebrow. “I thought you said you were skipping it?”
“When did I say that?”noveldrama
“You didn’t respond when I asked you earlier.”
“I never mentioned skipping breakfast.”
Alicia shrugged casually. “Oh, sorry about that.”
Caden nearly choked in frustration. “So, you threw it out?” Her appetite had been weak in the morning, making it difficult for her to eat much of the breakfast she had prepared for them both.
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