Chapter 114 Rogue and Duchess

A comfortable silence settled as Lucian whipped up the lemonade. He sliced the lemons with practiced ease, humming a jaunty tune under his breath. Jane found herself drawn to his casual confidence, the way he moved around the kitchen like it was his own. She couldn't help but steal glances when he wasn't looking. The morning sun streamed through the window, highlighting the dark strands of hair that fell across his temples in a way that made her heart skip a beat. He was ridiculously good-looking, a truth that hit her with a surprising force. Suddenly, Lucian caught her gaze in the reflection of the tea kettle. A slow grin spread across his face, sending a flutter to her stomach. "Careful there, Duchess," he said, his voice laced with amusement. "Checking out a rogue like that can be a bad habit." Jane felt a blush creep up her cheeks under his teasing scrutiny. "Bad habit, huh?" she repeated, a playful smile tugging at her lips. Lucian leaned against the counter, his eyes twinkli