“And besides,” she added with a small, warm smile, “a dangerous man who repays kindness with this much care… can’t be that terrible.”Regan’s expression softened.“Very well, miss. I shall leave you to your peace.”He gave a respectful nod before turning away, while Donovan followed closely behind.The moment the doors slid shut behind them, Regan walked a few steps down the hallway only to find Alexzandrei standing there.He hadn’t gone far. His arms were folded while keeping his expression carefully neutral.He clearly heard the conversation.Regan’s lips slowly curved into a wide, knowing grin.“She is a keeper, sir.”For a fraction of a second, Alexzandrei looked like a man caught off guard. The faint tension in his jaw betrayed him, and the usual cold distance in his eyes had softened.“…She is,” he admitted quietly.Then, as if remembering himself, his tone returned to its usual authority.“Make sure she has everything she needs,” he continued. “Anything she asks for, anything s
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