Chapter 41

Samantha leaned in slightly toward Alexander, her voice low and weary. "Alexander, I'm kinda tired." Alexander didn't miss a beat, immediately wrapping an arm around her. He turned to the guests with an apologetic smile. "Sorry, everyone. My wife's feeling a bit tired, I'll get her home first. Please excuse us!" The second Caitlin made a move to leave, a wave of complaints rose from the relatives. If it weren't for Alexander practically clearing a path for her, they might've been mobbed. Back at the villa, Alexander walked Samantha all the way to her bedroom door. Just as she was about to shut it, he lingered there like he had no plans to leave. Samantha looked up at him, her eyes gleaming with sarcasm. "Thanks for bringing me back. I'm calling it night." "You hungry? I could make you some sandwiches." Clearly, Alexander was fishing for a reason to stick around. If she agreed to eat with him, he might squeeze in a few more minutes by her side. "No, thanks though," Samantha replied cris