Chapter 172

Liam nodded in satisfaction, acknowledging the truth in her statement. Allison mentally rolled her eyes but kept her expression neutral. "What exactly is wrong with this proposal? We'll make whatever changes you require," she said, offering him the file again. "This is my break time. Even wolves need to recharge," he replied, his voice low enough that only she could hear the reference to his true nature. Jack arrived with two afternoon tea sets, placing them on the table before departing. Liam poured tea into a cup and placed it before Allison. "Try it." "Shouldn't we look at the file first?" Allison asked, irritated by the delay. "If you're not interested in the tea, don't disturb my break. Wait outside," Liam said coldly. Allison bit her lip. "These cookies look delicious. I wonder if they're as good as my mother's." Liam found himself admiring her thick skin. Sometimes, shamelessness was its own survival strategy. Ignoring his judgmental gaze, Allison took a bite of shortbread. It w