The Billionaire's Forbidden Longing

Chapter 36 Going to the Resort

When Allison hopped into the car, she accidentally spotted Yasmin. The moment she saw the girls hanging out with Yasmin, her eyes turned icy cold.

Five years ago, those same girls had publicly exposed some so-called evidence, and it just so happened to be Allison's thirteenth birthday. It was the first time her parents had ever thrown her a birthday party. Allison had thought her parents were finally acknowledging her, but she didn't expect to be knocked down so quickly.

Noticing Allison's shift in mood, Alexander glanced over. "What's up? You feeling okay?"

Allison forced a smile, but it looked more like she was about to cry. "Nah, just a bit tired."

"Uncle Alexander, I'm beat," Mia said as she flopped into the front passenger seat. Alexander glanced at her, feeling a bit helpless.

"Let's go," Alexander said, and James started the car, leaving the amusement park behind. Alexander looked out the window and saw Yasmin, wondering if Allison's mood had anything to do with her. Sitting in the car, Alexander sent a quick text and then turned to see Allison already asleep against the window.

Remembering she had a fever a few days ago, Alexander felt a pang of concern. He took off his jacket and draped it over her, catching Mia's surprised look in the rearview mirror.

When Alexander looked over, Mia quickly looked away and shrank back into her seat.

James, driving, found it amusing but kept his laughter to himself.

Half an hour later, they arrived at the resort, and Allison woke up. She noticed the jacket covering her and looked a bit surprised.

"You just got over a fever," Alexander explained. "Didn't want you to get sick again."

His explanation was solid, so Allison didn't think much of it and handed the jacket back. "Thanks, Mr. Carter."

to call him "Mr. Carter," but given their situation, he had to deal

said.

thrilled. It was her first time here, and the beautiful scenery had her captivated. Allison also took in the surroundings, finding the place picturesque, like a scene straight

this the Carter Group's

you can stay here

eager to go, but Allison

liked the place, he felt a subtle sense of anticipation. Little did anyone know, this wasn't actually the Carter Group's property but his own. It wasn't Alexander who bought it, but

shocked if she knew

of fun and sweat, they both headed to the

resort provided simple white T-shirts and shorts. Alexander and James also ditched their suits

us for the complete experience-all for free. The

and Allison came to the yard, they saw James

the outspoken one, exclaimed, "Uncle Alexander, how did you know I wanted barbecue?

rolled his eyes at her, feeling a bit helpless, but when he saw Allison,

Her long hair and

wearing slippers, to Alexander, even her toes looked exceptionally

over to help, Alexander accidentally caught a glimpse of her collarbone and the faint outline of her chest, making him swallow hard. At that moment, Allison

of this, Alexander instinctively glanced at

him for barbecue, so he didn't keep his eyes on Allison. "Allison, you

of her home at thirteen, she had learned to do much more

the brush she was using to apply sauce was taken by Alexander. "You sit and wait to eat. This is a man's