Chapter 184

Claire's POV I had barely stepped out of the kitchen when Lucius immediately caught my arm, pulling me into his embrace. I tried to pull away, but he was simply too strong to resist. He cupped my chin, chuckling as he asked, "Still angry?" "Yes!" I nodded forcefully. Lucius looked at me, a gentle smile on his face. "I find you even more beautiful when you're angry," he murmured. His words instantly made me laugh again. I playfully slapped his shoulder; it was impossible to stay truly mad at him. "How about I take you out for a big dinner tonight?" Lucius suddenly suggested. I agreed without hesitation; I was genuinely exhausted today and didn't want to prepare dinner. "I want barbecue!" I declared, looking up at him. "Whatever you want, we'll have," Lucius assured me. I felt he was incredibly gentle and respectful of my preferences right now. This feeling was wonderfully comforting. I cherished this moment. Lucius indeed took me for barbecue; it was a high-end Turkish steakhouse, and t