Chapter 101

Her lips curled up and she said what Xandar was waiting to hear, “I know. Thank you.” His smile broadened at those words, and he let her take back her hand from him.

They continued eating until their plates were clean. Xandar refilled Lucianne’s glass and admired her profile in silence. When Lucianne was done, she told Xandar that she wanted to pay for their meal.

Xandar looked at her sternly and spoke firmly, “No. This is a date…”

Lucianne retorted instantly, “Xandar, it’s my date, too! You can’t just expect me to tag along like an accessory. I have the means…”

“Sweetheart, you’re not an accessory…”

“Then let me pay for one meal. You’re already paying for my books. You’ve paid for breakfast. I was hoping we could split the cost of our dinner later but knowing you, you’d refuse. Come on, Xandar. It’s just one bill. It’s just one meal.” Xandar looked at his mate who’s showing him those large doe eyes again as she waited for his response.

He groaned