Capítulo 149: Taunted By Her

Adrien chuckled darkly, his deliberate pacing leading him to a halt in front of Alicia. The polished shoes continued to echo in the study, underscoring the enigmatic atmosphere that surrounded them. His voice, low and filled with a hint of amusement, cut through the air like a whisper of intrigue.

"Were you so desperate to bring me flowers before you visit me?" he questioned, his tone carrying a weight of curiosity. Leaning forward, he brought himself to eye level with Alicia, the proximity accentuating the intensity of the moment. The dim light in the study played on the contours of his features, casting shadows that seemed to dance with the enigmatic allure of his demeanor. "Or was it my brother?"

Alicia's eyes widened, her surprise palpable at Adrien's accurate speculations. "B-brother? H-how did y-you-"