Chapter 996:

He added swiftly, “Besides, the chocolate candy you gave me wasn’t anything special. It was just synthetic cocoa powder. That dog came back looking for more the next day.”

Alicia was at a loss for words, not sure how to respond. On the desk lay a thick photo album, which Alicia excitedly began to flip through.

There was only one chair in front of the desk, prompting Alicia to ask, “Want it?”

Caden raised an eyebrow. “Now?”

He checked the time, surmised that she had probably digested her dinner, and then drew the curtains closed.

Alicia, puzzled by his actions, watched as Caden began to unbutton his shirt and leaned in to kiss her.

Caught off guard, Alicia instinctively responded to his kiss, thinking it was just a tender moment.

ended up on the

him away.

at galn ovels ;

took her hand, guiding it toward his belt with a silent plea,

How did things escalate so quickly? She tapped his chest, exasperated. “Why

showing little interest in the photo album.

it back up, feigning sternness. “Giving you a pass once or twice and now you’re pushing your luck?

expression turned slightly

aback. “When

if I wanted it.

their conversation, then burst into laughter. “I was asking if you wanted to sit in

him the bruises from the previous night. “Look what you did to me last night. Why

lowered his gaze. Her gesture, though meant to deter him, inadvertently sparked his desire again. The zipper she had just

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