Chapter 133:Drunken Confessions

(Roman's POV) Scarlett’s cheeks were deeply flushed, her emerald eyes hazy from the moon-blessed wine. She leaned against me, her smaller frame fitting perfectly into my side. Her usual composure was gone, replaced by an open vulnerability I had rarely seen. “Brother,” she mumbled, her voice soft and unsteady. But then, almost immediately, she shook her head. “No, not brother…” The change in her tone was striking. Her confusion was visible, yet endearing. She tilted her head back to look up at me, her emerald gaze searching mine as if hoping for answers to her unspoken questions. “I like you,” she said suddenly, her voice quiet but filled with emotion. “No, I really, really like you.” Her words sent a jolt through me. My heart tightened, but I forced my expression to remain calm. I reached out, fingers gently brushing the auburn strands away from her face. “As your childhood protector?” I asked softly, my ice-blue eyes locking with hers. “Or as your mate?” Her brows furrowed as