The morning light was gentle, filtering through the windows and spilling onto the dining table.
"What caused the numbness in your right arm?" Claire Wentworth looked at Alexandre Montfort beside her with a face full of concern.
Alexandre glanced at his hand, the corner of his mouth lifting slightly in a teasing manner. "I was grabbed by someone all night yesterday. It's just blood congestion."
"By whom?" Claire's gaze instantly shot towards Jasper Kingston like lightning, her eyes as if questioning, "Was it you?"
Jasper quickly waved his hands, looking innocent. "It wasn't me. I slept in the building next door yesterday."
Not convinced, Claire turned her eyes to Leo.
Leo bowed respectfully, his tone sincere. "Madame Montfort, I also rested in the building next door last night."
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