Chapter 48

Noticing how nervous and awkward Cassidy looked, Stefan smiled faintly. His voice sounded charming and flirty as he said, "You're still as cute as ever, Cass." So cute that he couldn't help but want to push her underneath him and bully her relentlessly. Hearing Stefan call her by her nickname made her hands tremble. She could barely hold her utensils. Opposite her, Stefan gave a low chuckle, his chest rumbling gently. He was in an especially good mood today. After their meal, Stefan calmly took Cassidy's hand. Feeling the cool sensation on her ring finger, Cassidy looked down and realized he had slid a diamond ring on it. "A Valentine's Day gift," Stefan said in a low voice. "Do you like it, Mrs. Archer?" Cassidy felt her heart tie itself in knots, and she replied softly, "I like it. Thank you, Stefan." He reached out to lightly ruffle her hair, looking at her with affection. "I'm glad you like it." She cast her gaze downward, her eyes quivering. "But I forgot it's Valentine's