Alexander Vale 10    

 

The tension in the room was thick.

 

But amidst all the hushed whispers and stolen glances, no one—not even Ethan or Riley—could hear the real conversation taking place between Celesta and Alexander.

 

At that moment, as Alexander clasped the necklace around her, he leaned down ever so slightly, his lips hovering near her ear.

 

"Stop laughing."

 

Celeste nearly choked trying to hold back her giggles.

 

"I can't help it," she whispered, her shoulders shaking slightly. "Your fingers are tickling my neck."

 

Alexander let out a soft, exasperated sigh, his warm breath ghosting against her skin.

 

"Woman, do you have any idea what you're doing?" he muttered.

 

Celeste smirked, leaning back against his chest slightly. "Oh, I know exactly what I'm doing."

 

After a moment, Alexander straightened, returning to his seat.