Sonia's POV:
Alex’s hand felt so warm in mine, but the weight of his stare was not as comforting. His fingers twitched, a sign of his unease, as he sat down beside me. "Why did you accept her invitation, my love?" His voice was low, almost a growl, laced with frustration.
I tightened my grip on his hand, meeting his gaze as well.
Why not?" I shot back, tilting my head slightly, challenging him.
He blinked, momentarily thrown off. "What do you mean, why not? This isn’t the plan, love." His words were sharp, but underneath, I sensed a hint of anxiety.
Think about it, Alex. You’ll get to spend more time with her and find your way into her heart faster. She’ll trust you, rely on you, and that’s when she’ll let her guard down." I paused, watching his reaction. "And most importantly, we’ll
