Chapter 247
Chapter 247:
Her heart jolted, suddenly full in a way she couldn’t explain. She quickly looked away, pressing her lips together as she removed the burned candle. “Let’s cut the cake. I asked them to make it blueberry. I know that’s what you like p>
He did like it. Not because it was blueberry. Because it was from her.
He let out a quiet breath and picked up the knife. Instead of cutting a single slice, he pressed the blade straight through the center.
Kailey stopped breathing. The knife met resistance. He paused, eyes narrowing slightly — then pressed down.
The cake separated, revealing a small box hidden inside.
Kailey bit her lip, staring at it. Her voice shook just a little. “Do you want to take it out p>
𝘔о𝗋𝖾 𝗇𝗈𝘃𝖾𝘭𝘀 оո 𝘨𝖺𝗅ո𝗼𝘷e𝗹𝗌.с𝘰𝗆
Kyson turned his head and looked at her. He didn’t say a word. His hand reached forward, the veins along his wrist visible as he lifted the box.
As he began to open it, Kailey drew in a steady breath and gathered every bit of courage she had. “Kyson, I’ve thought long and hard about what gift to give you. How about marriage? Shall we go register tomorrow p>
At the Starlight Hotel, Ryan stood by the window with a glass of whiskey in his hand. The city lights glittered below, but they did nothing to calm him. He pressed two fingers against the bridge of his nose, irritation building for no clear reason.
Footsteps sounded behind him. He straightened and turned.
“Ah!” Olivia exclaimed, then laughed when she realized she had failed. “I was trying to scare you. I guess that didn’t work p>
His eyes swept over her slowly. She had obviously just showered — her hair was still half damp, falling loosely over her shoulders, and the off-white bathrobe wrapped around her was tied carelessly, revealing smooth, straight legs. His expression hardened slightly. “It’s late. Why are you here p>
Olivia bit her lip and glanced at the whiskey in his hand. “I couldn’t fall asleep. I thought I’d have a drink with you p>
As she spoke, she stepped closer without hesitation, hooking her arm through his and pressing herself against him. “You’ve been so worried about your reputation that you’ve kept your distance from me. I’m not used to that p>
Her body felt soft against him. Her fragrance lingered in the air.
Ryan understood her meaning perfectly. But tonight, he felt nothing.
His eyes cooled as he removed her arms from his with steady hands. “Mr. Blake’s intentions aren’t clear. There could be eyes on us. Don’t do something careless p>
Olivia lowered her head, hiding the anger in her eyes. “No one would spy inside this room p>
It had been several days. Ever since Kailey came to Aslesall, he hadn’t touched her once. He kept saying he had no romantic feelings for Kailey — so why did that woman affect him this much?
Olivia drew in a breath and forced a bright smile. “Fine. Then just drink with me. Stay for a while. I’ll sleep better.” Her eyes carried quiet expectation.
After a brief silence, he did not turn her down.