Chapter 1527: Agrees to Move In

Lucian halted, hearing Roxanne's voice. He turned and approached the bed. His gaze darkened as he observed the drowsy woman, her shoulders exposed.

Roxanne mumbled sleepily, "What's wrong? You should shower and rest."

Lucian's breathing grew heavier as he watched her innocent demeanor, struggling to suppress his desire. If Roxanne were fully awake, she would surely notice something amiss and deftly avoid the situation. Yet, she remained oblivious, looking up at him, her bare neck revealed.

Receiving no reply, Roxanne snuggled deeper into her blanket. Lucian leaned down and kissed her cheek.

Roxanne froze. Her drowsiness vanished instantly. He was already heading for the bathroom, leaving her stunned and wide awake. Compared to his actions these past few days, this kiss meant little. Yet, its significance resonated, perhaps because she lay in the bed she'd occupied six years ago.

Roxanne was still awake when Lucian emerged from the bathroom, his hair still damp, wearing grey pajamas that looked remarkably like a matching set. Realizing this, Roxanne's face flushed crimson; she instinctively pulled her blanket higher.

Sensing her movement, Lucian turned. Roxanne, momentarily stunned, managed a smile.

"Still awake?" Lucian's gaze was gentle.

Roxanne nodded, glancing away guiltily at his exposed torso. "I can't sleep."

Lucian chuckled. "Then, dry my hair."

A crease appeared on Roxanne's brow. After a moment's hesitation, she discarded the blanket and rose. Lucian already held the hair dryer, approaching the bed.

Roxanne sat beside him, drying his hair. A look of surprise crossed her face; his hair felt cool. A serene silence settled over them, broken only by the hair dryer's hum.

"It's done," Roxanne announced, reaching out to check if his hair was dry.

Lucian swiftly caught her hand, his touch burning her skin. Roxanne instinctively pulled back, switching off the hair dryer. She stood rooted, under his intense gaze. "You could have refused," he stated.

Roxanne frowned. She'd anticipated the consequences of agreeing to stay in his room, yet she had.