Chapter: 1147

But Alicia kept her resolve, refusing to give in.

Eventually, Caden relented, his arm braced against the mirror to keep her close. "If you won't help, could I at least.. look?" he asked, his voice a soft plea. "Just at your face."

Alicia felt heat flood her cheeks and promptly covered his eyes with her hands. "Keep dreaming."

She thought she'd shut him down, but he remained in the bathroom for over half an hour before finally letting her go.

Alicia slammed the door behind her after she entered the bedroom.