Chapter 85

As Sophia and Alex lay side by side on the bed, a pillow barrier neatly dividing the space between them, an uneasy silence settled in the room.

"Sophia," Alex began softly, breaking the quiet.

"We've been sharing passionate love, and I've seen all of you. Don't you think this barrier is pointless?"

She didn't respond.

"Isn't this a bit childish? We're both adults."

Still, no answer came.

"Are you already asleep?" he whispered, his tone tinged with a hint of teasing.

Sophia fought the urge to reply, nearly blurting out, 'Yes, so please be quiet,' but she remained steadfast, pretending to be asleep.

"Alright then," Alex murmured after a moment.

"By the way, the medallion you returned to me... it's the only connection I have to my parents. Thank you for that."

Her heart softened at his sincerity.

Raised to always express gratitude, she felt a tug to respond but resisted, keeping up her facade.

After another pause, Alex spoke again.

"Sophia, the truth is, I'm actually quite wealthy and influential. If you ever need anything, just let me know. I could help make your dreams come true."

She rolled her eyes internally. “There he goes again,' she thought. 'Always bragging.'

Suddenly, Alex began to recite softly:

"We are ever the aloof and silent lovers,

passing each other in dreams."

Sophia's brow furrowed slightly. Was he trying to be poetic?

hearts bound

no one dares

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hung in the air until

I need to

heart raced. Was Alex trying to seduce her with poetry? Did he truly love her? She wasn't ready for

a smirk, "I want to fart.

blurted out instinctively, instantly realizing

chuckled, glancing over at her. "So, you're

away, her

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you be,

feigning innocence. "You never

a busy day tomorrow. Just go to sleep," she retorted, trying to sound

said with a

Bianca walked briskly back to her apartment, her neck still aching from

office,

air did little to soothe her nerves as she

stepped inside only to find her apartment

thought, a mix of fear and frustration welling

could process the situation, a strong hand clamped over her mouth

you alone?" Chris's voice whispered urgently in

against her

anyone follow you?" he

her eyes

murmured. "I'm going to

grip, and she spun

you attack me?" she hissed, anger flashing in

only way to keep you out of suspicion," Chris replied, his gaze darting around the room. "If they thought

"And what about Jasmine? You tried to kill

"She jumped on her

a step back, a mix of fear and disbelief coursing through her. "I don't even know who you

I want is to clear my name and reclaim what's

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