Chapter 154:Dangerous Revelations

(Scarlett's POV) I took a deep breath, trying to remain calm. Roman stood by the window, his posture relaxed, yet every part of him radiated authority. "Roman," I started, my voice quiet but firm. "What does Grace's sudden expulsion from the healing den have to do with you?" His gaze shifted to me, his ice-blue eyes locking onto mine. A faint smirk tugged at the corner of his lips. He moved closer, and before I realized what he was doing, his arms looped around my waist. Effortlessly, he pulled me onto his lap as he sat down on the nearby chair. "Careful!" I gasped. A sharp ache flared in my lower body from our... eventful night. He immediately stiffened, realizing his mistake. "I forgot," he murmured, his voice soft with guilt. His hand rested on my thigh, his thumb lightly rubbing soothing circles. "Are you alright?" I tensed, unsure whether to yell at him or sink into the warmth of his touch. My body throbbed slightly, a stark reminder of my physical state. "You shouldn't for