Chapter 0220

Chapter 0220

A young, bubbly woman greeted us with an enthusiastic smile. “Hello, Alpha Black. Hello, soon–to–be Mrs. Black,” she said with a giggle. “We’re so pleased to have you here today. We’ve arranged a private tasting as requested, with some snacks available as well.”

“Perfect,” Alexander replied with a polite smile. “Please, lead the way.”

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She nodded and led us inside. The interior was stunning–rich with old wood and beautifully preserved antiques that gave the space a timeless charm.

We were shown into a large room where a long table was set up with an array of wine bottles and small glasses for tasting.

“This is it,” she said brightly. “There’s a form at the end of the table where you can check off which bottles you’d like and how many. Just hand it to us on your way out, and that’ll be all.”

“You weren’t kidding about private,” I said softly. “I’d expected someone to stay and guide us through the tasting, maybe share some history about each wine.”

said, his tonę calm but assured. “I know enough about wine to handle this. I just want us to find something we both like without overthinking the vintage.”

trusting his

have any questions or need

Alexander said, flashing

sense of ease settle over me. The room was quiet, intimate, and comfortable.

the first bottle of wine and poured a small amount into a cup. Then he handed it to me with a gentle

know much about wine, so as Alexander explained a little about each bottle, I nodded politely

much for me to feel the effects–a fact that David had once used to his advantage. But

I moved toward the table. Alexander

you’re drunk,”

in my cheeks and was

reassuring “I’ll make sure you don’t embarrass

we leave.”

with a small pout “After all, I’m your wife.”

strange expression flickered across his face, but his smile didn’t fade.

will be,” I said with a grin, reaching for the glass in his hand. My fingers closed around his, but

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