Chapter 8. Lacey

Thoughts of Ellise clouded Alexandre’s mind as he sat in his study, legs propped up on his desk. To him, Ellise was so beautiful inside out and just maybe, it was the reason why he was so drawn to her. He loved everything about her.

Her smile was breathtaking, her beautiful brown eyes were enchanting and she was everything he wanted in a woman. She was delicate but firm, wary but strong willed, the list could go on and on.

His chain of thoughts was broken off the moment the door opened. He looked up and his breath hitched as he watched her walk in. She looked so adorable in her pink shorts and large t-shirt which belonged to Alexandre. Her long hair was in two French braids that made her brown eyes pop. She gave him a sweet smile, handing him a cup of caramel latte.

“Morning, handsome,” she said, pressing an endearing kiss to his forehead. She seemed to have become really bold and he liked it.

He closed his eyes, dazed by the feeling of her soft lips pressed