Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 146

In her room, Felicia lay on her bed. She was wide awake after her dream and was unable to sleep again.

Hearing the puppy barking so excitedly, she threw on a jacket and slipped on her shoes before opening the door to see what was happening. She was worried Olivia might have come for revenge in the middle of the night. What if she set fire to the place? But Felicia never expected that the moment she stepped outside, she would see a tall, striking figure that seemed completely out of place in the village. He radiated a cold, oppressive air of authority.

Under the moonlight, that enchanting face was mesmerizing-almost otherworldly.

Felicia's eyes widened in disbelief as she recognized Stephan standing there.

In an instant, the intimate scenes from that sultry night flooded her mind-the fervent collision, the intense longing. It had felt like a dazzling fireworks display.

Felicia quickly hit the brakes on her thoughts, unwilling to dive deeper.

In the yard, Stephan held the puppy by the scruff of its neck. His long fingers and distinct knuckles were highlighted under the dim light, with visible veins standing out.

In his grasp, the small dog's excited barks turned into whimpers as it became more timid.

released the dog onto the ground. He locked his deep eyes

a smile.

Stephan replied leisurely as he approached

emphasized the

ran down Felicia's spine. Without

inside, fast asleep. Though the elderly woman was usually a

a

she quickly darted past the bamboo fence and made a

in a hurry;

she think

he felt a tug on his pants leg.

refused to let go. Its small tail was tucked between its legs despite its bravado. It tried

Stephan casually stroked the dog's head. "I'm taking a

swallowed his

his pace. He was unhurried