"And what about your dad..." asked Audrey.

Alistair gently tucked a strand of her hair behind her ear, his voice gentle. "My dad's opinion isn't important, so you don't need to worry about it."

Audrey paused for a moment, then started to laugh, teasing, "I didn't expect Mr. Francis Hayes to have such a low rank in the family. I almost feel sorry for him!"

Alistair lowered his head and kissed the corner of her lips fondly. "It's a tradition in our family, to put the wife first. From now on, I'll listen only to you."

Audrey raised her hand to cover her face, her voice trembling. "You're playing dirty..."

She thought, 'How could he say something so heart-melting with such a handsome face?'

Alistair let out a soft chuckle, his chest shaking slightly.

Thinking about Alistair's behavior lately, Audrey decided to take charge.

She put her arms around his neck, gave him a quick kiss, and then said mysteriously, "I've prepared a surprise for you as a reward."

At her words, Alistair's eyes lit up like a glow in the dark. He wrapped his arm around her waist, his voice deep and smooth. "What's the surprise?"

Before Audrey could respond, the doorbell rang.

She jumped out of Alistair's arms excitedly. "The gift's here. I'll get it."

Local delivery was really fast; it arrived shortly after she ordered it.

Receiving a surprise gift from Audrey for the first time, Alistair was in a great mood, casually following her.

"Thanks, take care!" Audrey took the gift box from the delivery guy, bid him farewell with a smile, and then turned to give the box to Alistair.

She hid her hands behind her back, tilted her head, and confidently said, "Open it? You're going to love it!" She had chosen this gift very carefully.

Under Audrey's expectant gaze, Alistair slowly opened the box he was holding.

The instant he saw the item in the box, his eyes widened and he remained lost in thought for quite a while.

Audrey asked proudly, "So, do you like it?"

Alistair's throat moved a bit as he nodded sincerely. "I do... If you wear it, I'll definitely like it."

Audrey felt completely confused. She thought, 'Wear it? Me? How could I wear it? It isn't even my size.' While she was puzzled, she saw Alistair slowly lift his hand, his well-defined fingers gently picking up a fine strap.

Audrey suddenly got a bad feeling, but it was too late to stop now.

Alistair carefully took the item out of the box. A rose-red, sexy nightgown was revealed before their eyes.

Alistair leisurely dangled the thin

strap in his hand, his eyes

as hat Audrey.'

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should put it on right noving up

"No!" Audrey's face changed dramatically as she lunged to grab the box. "The delivery person must have made a mistake. This isn't mine!"noveldrama

She thought, 'How could I possibly have sent Alistair lingerie?'

Audrey's whole body was flushed with embarrassment, and she wished she could find a hole to crawl into.

Alistair dodged her attempt to snatch the box, glanced at the delivery label, and raised an eyebrow. "It has your name on it."

Audrey, her face red and ears

burning, hastily explained, "No... this

really isn't the gift I wanted to give you. had something else planned..."

Alistair didn't believe her at all and, with a playful and teasing grin, said, "Of course, I know this isn't for me. It's your size. Honey, I love this surprise. Why don't you put iDon for me?"

Audrey wanted to refuse, but he silenced her with a kiss.