Chapter36: The Presents 2

The night had not yet reached nine o'clock, but drowsiness had already settled in Velia's eyes. There was only one reason for it: exhaustion after a full day of shopping. A faint sound startled Velia. The drowsiness that was causing her eyelids to feel heavy vanished instantly. She got up and glanced across the room. There was Lucas. His sneaking gesture came to a halt when Velia caught sight of him. “Are you trying to surprise me?” she accused, her gaze filled with accusation. Lucas laughed in response to the accusation. Now he walked towards her casually, but there was something strange about him. “What do you have there?” Velia was intrigued by the fact that both of Lucas's hands were hidden behind his back. She tried to see, but Lucas blocked her view. “Did you expect me to bring something?” Lucas asked teasingly. “Why didn't you call me?” Velia shook her head. “I didn't want anything. I was just curious about what you have.” “No need to be curious. This is indeed for you.” Lucas s