Chapter 237

Lily woke with a headache. She opened her eyes to familiar surroundings but felt drowsy. The thin blanket had slipped off, and the air held a sweet scent. "Did I sleepwalk?" she wondered. She remembered dinner with Jenny and Olivia, but what followed was a blur. She had fragments of memory, but nothing was clear.

Dizziness washed over her as she tried to stand. She swayed, then sat back down, feeling slightly better. "You're awake," Alexander said, entering from the kitchen. He watched her uncertainly, unsure if she was sober or about to unleash another drunken tirade.

"Y-You brought me home?" Lily asked, hand to her temple.

"Your assistant brought you home," Alexander said, leaning against the doorframe. "I happened to be at the building entrance and saw you."

"Huh?" Lily realized she wouldn't have gotten home without this coincidence.

"I see. Sorry for the trouble," Lily mumbled, embarrassed. She hadn't realized her tolerance was so low; she hadn't drunk that much, as far as she could remember. Growing up in a strict household, she hadn't had much experience with alcohol. Even with Nathaniel, she'd never lost control like this. Perhaps it was Justin's words that had affected her.

"It was a little troublesome," Alexander said, straightening and approaching her. He bent, placing his hands on her, leaning in. "Why don't you think about how you'll repay me?"

Lily smiled, wrapping her arms around his neck. "I don't mind, but I smell of alcohol. The fumes"

He kissed her fiercely, a sharp contrast to his usual gentleness. He nipped and bit her lips.

"Ouch!" Lily winced. He released her at her cry of pain. The fire in his eyes dimmed slightly. "Would you still dare next time?"

Lily touched her lips, feeling the bite marks. You dog, she thought, furrowing her brows.

Alexander's voice, close and dangerous yet alluring, sent shivers down her spine. Lily looked at him, then suddenly leaned forward, covering his lips with hers and biting hard.

"Ah!" Alexander raised his head, wiping blood from his lip. He looked at Lily, a casual smirk playing on his lips. "I'm sweet like candy, aren't I?"

His low, teasing voice, elegant eyes, and slight smile were undeniably attractive. Lily's heart pounded. How alluring. How could anyone be so good-looking? He's a man. My man. The last thought brought a wave of pleasant pride.

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