The weight of Alpha Orion's unexpected gift lingered in the air, creating a palpable tension between us. As I held the keys to the new apartment, a question burned in my mind, demanding an answer. I took a deep breath and faced Alpha Orion with a gaze that mirrored determination.
"Why did you ask me to meet you here? What's the main reason behind this?" I inquired, my voice steady despite the unsettling atmosphere that surrounded us.
He looked taken aback, his usual composure momentarily shattered by my rejection of his gift. For a moment, silence hung between us, pregnant with unspoken words and uncharted territory.
"Veronica, I do respect you, and I just want you to be safe. But since you have already made your decision, then I will respect it," Alpha Orion finally replied, his tone measured but with a hint of disappointment. His eyes, usually steely and impenetrable, revealed a vulnerability that caught me off guard.
