Chapter 1754

"Kieran." Levi's voice cut through the air, cold and deliberate. Then, he added nonchalantly, "You talk too much." "…Understood, sir." As Kieran turned to leave, he didn't miss the chance to throw a quick wink at Maeve. Maeve's heart warmed instantly. She just knew Levi treated her differently from everyone else. "Levi," she teased, "is it true you keep a stern face in public? What do you even look like when you're serious? I want to see!" Her grin widened, hoping to catch a slip in his ever-composed demeanor. But Levi remained as calm as ever. "He's exaggerating. Don't believe him," he replied plainly. "Oh…" Maeve said. "I thought you treated me differently. Turns out I'm no exception." Disappointment crept on her expression. Yet, she quickly glanced at Levi, hoping for the tiniest crack in his mask. Levi, fully aware of her antics, let a faint smile ghost across his lips. "Didn't you say you wanted to visit the new amusement park downtown? Do you still want to go?"