Chapter 205

Owen looked down at Aurora, his sharp gaze softening with a mix of amusement and exasperation. His voice carried a faint trace of teasing, though his words hinted at his discontent. "So, now you're bold enough to call me by my name, huh?" Without missing a beat, Aurora reached up and pinched his handsome face, her expression playful. "Are you mad at me?" Owen's lips twitched into a faint smile. "What makes you think I'm mad?" Still held securely in his arms, she tilted her head to study him. Her voice was a bit slurred, but her tone was curious. "Because… you look like you're not too happy." Was she actually trying to read his mood now? "And why do you think I'm unhappy?" he pressed, his deep voice laced with a subtle, dangerous allure. Aurora paused, her brows knitting as she considered his question. "How would I know? I'm not a mind reader. And besides, men are hard to read. Who has the time to guess?" As she spoke, she gave his cheek a light pat, her tone tur