Chapter 113

Late at night, Roman wearily found his way home, the silence enveloping the house in its usual stillness. Carefully shedding his suit and tie, he ventured further inside, where the quiet darkness was abruptly shattered by the sudden flicker of light, revealing Celia.

"Roman," she purred, her voice hanging in the air. He, in turn, questioned, "It's late, why are you still up?"

"I was waiting for yo