Chapter 65
The tension of the evening had subsided, and now it was just the two of them, alone in their private sanctuary.
Eve stood by the window, gazing out at the moonlit garden. The quiet of the night was soothing, but there was something heavier on her heart. She felt Alex’s presence behind her, and in the next moment, she was enveloped by his warm embrace.
“Alex…” she called out softly.
His warm breath tickled her ear as he spoke, his voice a low murmur. "What’s on your mind?"
She turned to face him, a visible worry on her radiant face. "Are you... okay? If you want someone to talk to, I'm listening."
She was referring to the unexpected revelation that had happened at dinner. Even though he wasn’t showing any emotions, she knew it was a big blow to him. Alex had spent years hat
