Chapter 184: Allison softly closed her eyes, mentally chastising herself for her carelessness.


    Now that she had been discovered, the very notion of hiding felt like chasing shadows.


    With that thought, she slowly opened the cab door, putting on an innocent smile.


    Mr.


    Lloyd, what a surprise to find you here.


    Kens cold, unyielding demeanor softened at the sight of her, momentarily leaving him speechless.


    He struggled toprehend why she would be lurking in this forbidden nook.


    The air was thick with awkwardness, like a fog refusing to lift.


    A coincidence, perhaps? Yet, everyone knew it was far from random.


    Breaking the weighty silence, Allison cleared her throat twice before saying, I identally stumbled in here.


    I swear, I wasnt trying to spy on you… Her eyes sparkled with sincerity, but Ken was no fool.


    How could he possibly buy that? Especially considering this was a restricted section of the Lloyd estate, essible only through a hidden passage.


    However, he opted not to dwell on her unsolicited presence; what truly mattered was… It truly is a coincidence.


    Ken scanned thevish decor of the room before locking his gaze onto Allisons eyes.


    Any rational person would find themselves repulsed by this scene, yearning to fade into the background.


    He sought a hint of disgust in her expression, yet all he found was rity, nearly transparent, captivating him while leaving him puzzled about her thoughts.


    With a voice as gravelly as a country road, Ken asked, When did you arrive? Before you did, Allison replied, her confidence unwavering.


    Apologies, I intended to step out sooner, but I felt a bit embarrassed.


    I never thought I would be discovered.


    Sooner? Kens face remained a stoic mask, but his fingers curled tightly into fists.


    Allison, on the other hand, radiated an air of calm, as if she were no stranger to such encounters.


    In a yful tone, she attempted to downy the situation.


    This was rather presumptuous of me, but I hope you wont read too much into it.


    Besides, you have quite the physique, and having needs is only human.


    I should be the one thanking you for the view.


    Yet Ken refused to let it slide.


    Instead, he held her gaze, intensity crackling between them like electricity.


    Allison, dont you find this disgusting? He gestured toward the eclectic items scattered around the room and then scrutinized her expression, eager to catch even the slightest shift.


    But Allison merely arched an eyebrow, her eyes still bright, revealing no hint of revulsion, only surprise.


    Whats there to be disgusted about? Its all perfectly natural.


    Preferences are not for others to judge.


    In truth, Allison preferred to steer clear of the topic, so she brushed it off nonchntly.


    Besides, Mr.


    Lloyd, with your impressive physique and wealth, even if you have such preferences, plenty of women would be more than interested.


    So rest easy; I will keep this under wraps… But before she could finish her thought, Ken interjected.


    He met her gaze with a depth that spoke volumes and said, Other than you… and Lorna, there are no other women in my life.


    Allison was momentarily taken aback by his response.


    After all, she was assuring him of her discretion, so why was Ken contradicting her? It felt as though their thoughts were gxies apart.


    Noticing her silence, Ken pressed on, And besides you, I havent been intimate with any other woman.


    Allison blinked in surprise.


    Well, Mr.


    Lloyd, you have quite the self-discipline.


    Actually, she didnt think Ken needed to exin such a personal matter to her.


    But Ken appeared to misinterpret her words, frowning as he said, Ms.


    rke, you misunderstand.


    These items are not prepared for women, but… Ken hesitated, searching for the right words.


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