Chapter 19

A few minutes later, we arrived at my apartment. Lucian immediately reached for me, but I placed a hand on his chest to stop him. "I'm starving after working all night," I said with a small smile. "Let's eat something first. Why don't you freshen up while I cook?" Instead of agreeing, he smirked. "No, I'll help you." Amused, I raised an eyebrow. "You? In the kitchen?" A teasing glint danced in my eyes. "Do you even know how to cook?" "I won't say I'm an expert, but I can assist." His fingers trailed along my jawline, sending a shiver down my back. I knew having him in the kitchen would be nothing short of distracting, but the idea intrigued me. With a playful challenge in my gaze, I motioned for him to follow me. "Alright then, let's see what you can do. What do you want to eat?" Instead of answering, he walked to the fridge, scanning its contents before pulling out a box of strawberries. Holding one between his fingers, he brought it to his lips and took a slow, deliberate bite, his e