Chapter 40

　　Caught red-handed, I have never felt more embarrassed in my entire life. And to make matters worse, it was an Alpha that I haven't really interacted with before. My mind quickly raced through various escape plans and the potential consequences if I failed to escape. 　　"Hahaha," I awkwardly laughed, and without thinking, I blurted out, "You look absolutely captivating." I wanted to smack myself for sounding like a flirtatious person from ancient times, teasing a married woman. Unfortunately, I wasn't teasing a married woman but rather an Alpha whom I couldn't quite figure out. Was I out of my mind? 　　Mr. Eugen spoke seriously, "In that case, Miss Fowler only needs to look at me for lunch, no need to eat anymore." 　　"I was just joking, please don't take it to heart," I said, blushing and desperately trying to make him believe me. 　　"Joking? So, does Miss Fowler think I'm not attractive?" Mr. Eugen paused, turned to face me, and questioned, his deep, dark eyes piercing into mine. 　　Was