Jealousy Alpha's Regret novel Chapter 281

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Jealousy Alpha’s Regret

Chapter 281-

Iris’s POV

I was making my way toward the entrance of Crescent Design, my heels clicking against the pavement. I spotted Lucas from a distance, standing there like he had been waiting for a while, a fresh bouquet clutched in his hands. My stomach, did an uncomfortable flip that had nothing to do with morning sickness,

“Shit,” I muttered under my breath. ‘Day six of this nonsense.”

The previous five days, I’d managed to dodge Lucas by sneaking out through the side entrance whenever I spotted him waiting. Each day, a different bouquet, each day the same hopeful expression on his face. It was becoming ridiculous, and apparently, running away wasn’t solving anything.

I smoothed down my champagne-colored blazer and straightened my shoulders. Avoiding confrontation wasn’t my style anymore. I’d grown beyond that.

As I approached, Lucas’s eyes lit up like he’d spotted a rare treasure. He stepped forward eagerly/extending the bouquet of white and peach roses.

“Iris!” His voice was warm with enthusiasm. “These flowers complement your outfit perfectly today.”

I glanced down at my outfit, suddenly aware of how the soft champagne color might indeed complement the flowers. The thought made me pause. Between Lucas’s daily flower deliveries and Sebastien’s meals that I kept refusing, I felt like I was caught in some bizarre mating ritual competition.

“Thank you,” I said, surprising both of us as I reached out and accepted the bouquet.

Lucas blinked, clearly shocked that I hadn’t rejected his gift like every other day. His surprise quickly transformed into a wide smile, revealing perfect teeth.

“I wasn’t expecting you to accept them,” he admitted, eyes twinkling with hope.

I held the flowers loosely, their sweet scent wafting up. “Constantly avoiding you isn’t solving anything. We need to talk, Lucas.”

His smile faltered slightly but remained firmly in place. “I’d love that.”

I glanced around at the growing number of employees entering the building, some already whispering and pointing in our direction. Just what I needed- more office gossip.

“Not here,” I said firmly. “There’s a coffee shop around the corner. We can talk there.”

“Lead the way, Lucas replied, falling into step beside me.

The coffee shop wasn’t crowded, thankfully. We found a corner table that offered some privacy from curious eyes, though the flowers on the table stat drew attention from nearby patrons.

“What would you like to drink? Lucas asked, sliding the menu toward me.

I flipped through it halfheartedly. “Just milk, please.” My stomach was already unsettled enough without adding caffeine to the mix.

Lucas ordered a Blue Mountain coffee for himself and my milk. As we waited, I caught the admiring glances from a girl at the next table.

“God, how romantic is that?” she whispered to her friend, eyeing the roses. “A flower delivery first thing in the morning!

I managed a polite smile in her direction while inwardly cringing. If she only knew how complicated this situation actually was.

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Chapter 281-

Our drinks arrived, and I stirred my milk absently, gathering my thoughts. Lucas’s gaze hadn’t left my face since we sat down, and the intensity was becoming uncomfortable.

“So, I began, setting my spoon down with a soft clink, I wanted to talk to you about our marriage arrangement.”

Lucas nodded eagerly. ‘I know we haven’t had much time to get to know each other, but I’m willing to take things slow if that’s what you want.

“No,” I said firmly, looking directly into his eyes. “You misunderstand. I’m not here to discuss how to proceed with the arrangement. I’m here to tell you that I have no intention of continuing with it.”

His smile froze, the light in his hazel eyes dimming slightly. I watched as he processed my words, his expression shifting from confusion to disappointment.

“I see,” he said finally, his voice controlled. “May I ask why?”

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