Chapter 184: Allison softly closed her eyes, mentally chastising herself for her carelessness.

Now that she had been discovered, the very notion of hiding felt like chasing shadows.

With that thought, she slowly opened the cabinet door, putting on an innocent smile.

Mr.

Lloyd, what a surprise to find you here.

Kellans cold, unyielding demeanor softened at the sight of her, momentarily leaving him speechless.

He struggled to comprehend why she would be lurking in this forbidden nook.

The air was thick with awkwardness, like a fog refusing to lift.

A coincidence, perhaps? Yet, everyone knew it was far from random.

Breaking the weighty silence, Allison cleared her throat twice before saying, I accidentally stumbled in here.

I swear, I wasnt trying to spy on you… Her eyes sparkled with sincerity, but Kellan was no fool.

How could he possibly buy that? Especially considering this was a restricted section of the Lloyd estate, accessible only through a hidden passage.

However, he opted not to dwell on her unsolicited presence; what truly mattered was… It truly is a coincidence.

Kellan scanned the lavish decor of the room before locking his gaze onto Allisons eyes.

Any rational person would find themselves repulsed by this scene, yearning to fade into the background.

He sought a hint of disgust in her expression, yet all he found was clarity, nearly transparent, captivating him while leaving him puzzled about her thoughts.

With a voice as gravelly as a country road, Kellan asked, When did you arrive? Before you did, Allison replied, her confidence unwavering.

Apologies, I intended to step out sooner, but I felt a bit embarrassed.

I never thought I would be discovered.

Sooner? Kellans face remained a stoic mask, but his fingers curled tightly into fists.

Allison, on the other hand, radiated an air of calm, as if she were no stranger to such encounters.

In a playful tone, she attempted to downplay the situation.

This was rather presumptuous of me, but I hope you wont read too much into it.

Besides, you have quite the physique, and having needs is only human.

I should be the one thanking you for the view.

Yet Kellan refused to let it slide.

Instead, he held her gaze, intensity crackling between them like electricity.

Allison, dont you find this disgusting? He gestured toward the eclectic items scattered around the room and then scrutinized her expression, eager to catch even the slightest shift.

But Allison merely arched an eyebrow, her eyes still bright, revealing no hint of revulsion, only surprise.novelbin

Whats there to be disgusted about? Its all perfectly natural.

Preferences are not for others to judge.

In truth, Allison preferred to steer clear of the topic, so she brushed it off nonchalantly.

Besides, Mr.

Lloyd, with your impressive physique and wealth, even if you have such preferences, plenty of women would be more than interested.

So rest easy; I will keep this under wraps… But before she could finish her thought, Kellan interjected.

He met her gaze with a depth that spoke volumes and said, Other than you… and Lorna, there are no other women in my life.

Allison was momentarily taken aback by his response.

After all, she was assuring him of her discretion, so why was Kellan contradicting her? It felt as though their thoughts were galaxies apart.

Noticing her silence, Kellan pressed on, And besides you, I havent been intimate with any other woman.

Allison blinked in surprise.

Well, Mr.

Lloyd, you have quite the self-discipline.

Actually, she didnt think Kellan needed to explain such a personal matter to her.

But Kellan appeared to misinterpret her words, frowning as he said, Ms.

Clarke, you misunderstand.

These items are not prepared for women, but… Kellan hesitated, searching for the right words.

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