Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 146

“What?” Larssa instinctively hid the paper bag behind her back and smiled awkwardly. “No, It’s not for you.”

Lana stepped forward, proudly holding the bag up in her hand as if it were a precious treasure. Enthusiastically, she piped up. “This is the one for you!

Kevan gave her a nonchalant glance, showing little interest in Lana’s gift. “Let’s go to my office,” Kevan said as he grabbed Larissa’s hand.

The astounding scene left everyone’s jaws dropped in disbelief.

Gritting her teeth in anger. Lama tralled after the two of them.

Kevan’s office turned out to be smaller than what Larissa had imagined. It was about the same size as his bedroom. It was divided into two areas, a workspace and a reception area for guests.

The workspace had a desk, a few chairs, and a large bookshelf filed with books. The reception area had only a sola and a colles table.

spacious due to the lack of boundaries between the two areas. The monochrome design of the office, with predominantly black, white, and gray colors, gave it a sleek and sophisticated feel. Based solely on pictures, many people would likely

Larissa to sit on the sofa. He rested his arm between her back and the sofa, almost wrapping her in his embrace, Fixing his gaze on Larissa attentively, he asked. “Why did

his close proximity mace her uncomfortable, so she

towards Lana, who was standing stiffly beside them. “She wanted to thank you

bag she was holding on the coffee table in front of Kevan

on purpose. Lana wasn’t wearing the hoodie she had borrowed from Larissa earlier. Now, she wore a loose–fitting, baggy gray sweater. It had quite a wide neckline. When Lara leaned forward, Larissa could even see the

Mr. Rogers. This is a small token of my appreciation. Please accept it.” Lana

lace the whole time. He did not glance in Lana’s direction even

Kevan gave her the cold shoulder, it

the coffee table, she retrieved a thermos and a three–tiered insulated lunch box from the bag.

house, Larissa had brought the same containers during their last visit to Starry Mountain, Only then did he show some Interest and take

was pleasantly surprised by

beaming smile, she opened the thermos, and the

ribs and roasted chicken,” Lana

asked Larissa. “Who made these