Chapter 247

Damien Blackwood turned smoothly, every move laced with practiced elegance. His motions were skillful as he brewed a pot of high-end Earl Grey tea. While waiting for it to steep, he briefly stepped out. Less than two minutes later, he returned, now holding a fancy gift box tied with a satin ribbon. “This little spot’s my private tea lounge,” he said casually, his tone warm and poised. After a short pause, he added, “I still owe you a week’s worth of afternoon tea.” So... this was his way of treating her to tea? For a second, Cassandra Taylor went completely blank, unsure how to respond. Damien threw a mild glance at her dazed expression, then opened the box with ease. Inside were a few small, exquisite desserts. He laid them out carefully before pouring her a cup of tea with gentlemanly grace. Sinking comfortably into the couch with his own cup, he crossed his legs with effortless charm, eyes drifting toward the window. “Try a few and let me know if you like them. If there’s anything y