NovelEnglishAlaric's charming eyes narrowed into a playful smirk as he teased, "Thalassa is part of your family too?" Before Hertha or Thalassa could react, Alaric continued, "Since friends are welcto dine with you, why can't I join?" Hertha immediately wrapped an arm around Thalassa's shoulders, declaring with conviction, "Thalassa is practically family, not an outsider at all. Of course, she can dine with us. Besides, having Thalassa ove doesn't make Spencer jealous. He's more than happy to take care of all the chores." Hearing this made Alaric feel a twinge of discomfort. It was clear how much Hertha cared about Spencer's feelings.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBut he quickly reassured himself that he had already decided to let go of any romantic feelings for Hertha and to simply treat her as a friend. And as a friend, what's wrong with joining them for a meal? "Spencer can't even handle you making male friends?" Alaric crossed his arms, leaning back with a casual air, his sharp eyes peering at Hertha, "Or is it that there's a lack of trust between you two? Spencer doesn't feel secure? If there's trouble in paradise, why not..." "You've got it all wrong!" Hertha cut him off before he could finish, blinking rapidly and speaking with a hint of nervousness, "Spencer and I are very much in love. Don't make things up! I just don't want any misunderstandings..." Not wanting misunderstandings? Alaric's heart ached a bit more uncontrollably.
However, seasoned in the ways of love, he had mastered the art of concealing his feelings. No matter how much it hurt, he maintained a carefree and somewhat roguish demeanor.
"Seems like you don't really considera friend, eh? Moving in next door on my first day, and you don't even inviteover for a meal. You're breaking my heart." "What? You're the new neighbor?" Hertha exclaimed, her eyes wide with surprise. She had seen Alaric directing movers around the house but hadn't thought much of it. Alaric living in a Falconer family mansion was one thing, but moving into this modest apartment complex was entirely unexpected! NOW PLAY YOUR FAVOURITE GAMES ON Sear*ch the Findwebsite on Gøøgle to access chapters of early and in the highest quality.
She thought Alaric was just overseeing the work, never imagining he'd becher neighbor! Hertha's face drained of color, "Alaric, you did this on purpose, didn't you?" "This is the employee apartment Mr. Ethan arranged for me. What would I be doing on purpose?" Alaric replied, his gaze scrutinizing Hertha.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAlaric was seriously considering making his mark at the Crawley Group?
"Alaric, have you lost your mind? Turning your back on the luxury of the Falconer family and choosing to live here, pretending to be just another employee in your buddy's company? Moving into a place that's beneath your status?" In her distress, Hertha couldn't help but lash out at Alaric.
Alaric moving in was no small matter. Running into him every day, and the secret of her children, Julian and Helena, would be impossible to keep hidden. Hertha was genuinely terrified of Alaric finding out about her children and possibly fighting her for custody. Alaric was momentarily stunned by Hertha's outburst. He hadn't said anything to provoke such a reaction, so why was she so agitated?
Alaric's playful smile faded as he frowned, fixing Hertha with a stern look, "Did you hit your head for something? Are you not feeling well? What did I do to you?" "No, it's just..." Hertha started to explain. "Hey, hey, let's just calm down," Thalassa quickly intervened, holding Hertha's hand to soothe her.
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