Chapter 178

Olivia POV

The building turned out to be an exclusive restaurant. A host greeted Alexander by name and led us through a dimly lit interior to a private terrace. A single table waited, surrounded by twinkling fairy lights and potted olive trees.

"Mr. Carter, your table is ready as requested."

"Thank you, Miguel." Alexander pulled out my chair.

As I sat, the full impact of the view hit me. The entire city of Los Angeles lay before us, a sea of lights stretching to the horizon.

"Alexander, this is..." I trailed off, searching for the right word.

"Too much?" He settled across from me, his features softened in the candlelight.

"Breathtaking," I finished. "How did you even find this place?"

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