Chapter 114

Vivian's eyes lit up instantly, like stars had spilled into them. This man... his sweet talk was getting out of hand. "Yeah, I’ve been thinking about you too," she replied without hesitation. "I know." That’s why he’d dropped everything and called the moment he could. Vivian couldn’t help but smile but didn’t say anything more. Alexander didn’t hang up either. They just stayed on the line, letting the silence carry their unspoken thoughts. Time slipped by quietly before Alexander spoke again, his voice low and husky. "When will you marry me?" He’d gone from fake boyfriend to real boyfriend. Now he was aiming for husband status. "Aren’t you in a rush, Mr. Brooks?" Vivian laughed softly, teasing him. They hadn't even been dating that long. And he was already dreaming about walking down the aisle? "Yeah, because... little Alex misses his baby girl like crazy every day." The night was quiet, his voice deep and tempting, carrying a trace of longing that made people’s hearts flutter. Vivian