Upon hearing Olivia's words, Julian's weathered face turned an unusual shade of blush. He coughed, stepped forward, and said to Adrian, "Sir, I have some matters to report to you."
"To the study." Adrian released Olivia and headed upstairs without answering her, his indifference evident.
Julian quickly followed behind.
*****
"Isn't it obvious?" Ivan leaned back on the sofa, his posture casual and carefree. "When Adrian kissed you just now, you were stiff. He must have found your kissing skills lacking!"
'Was it really that?' Olivia touched her lips, which still seemed to retain the warmth of Adrian's touch. In her heart, she mumbled to herself that although this was her second marriage, she had never kissed Nolan. Even on their wedding day, Nolan had only brushed her lips symbolically
