Chapter 69: A Sweet Surprise
(Amelia's POV)
Alexander sat across from me, his posture relaxed as he watched me take my first bite of the strawberry shortcake. As the creamy sweetness filled my mouth, I couldn’t stop the small hum of contentment that escaped my lips. It was... heavenly. I’d had plenty of desserts before – the pack house was always stocked for ceremonial occasions – but nothing like this.
He raised an eyebrow, his sharp green eyes catching every detail. His lips curved into that all-too-familiar smirk, one that revealed just how much he enjoyed every little reaction of mine. “That good, hmm?”
I swallowed quickly and offered an eager nod. “Better than good,” I admitted. “This is amazing! Where did you even find this?”
He leaned forward just enough for his cedar and
