Chapter 154
"I'm just doing what any other mother would do."
Alex shook his head, using his smooth tongue to continue.
"Well. Not everyone would be able to handle everything the way you have."
Hearing those words coming out of Alex's mouth caused the blush on her face to deepen slightly. For some reason, receiving praise from him made her happier than she wanted to admit.
[+5 Desire Energy Gained]
[+8 Desire Points Gained]
Trying to hide her embarrassment, she adjusted her glasses and cleared her throat.
"I think you're giving me way too much credit."
Alex smiled.
"Not at all."
After saying that, a small silence settled between both of them. Alex used that chance to briefly look at Olivia, trying to find a way to take the first step. After observing the slight stiffness in her shoulders, an idea suddenly came to him.
"You know... You look like you've probably been carrying a lot of tension lately from taking care of both Zack and your work."
Olivia looked up curiously.
