Chapter 127

Eden had never tried that needling technique before, which was why she took a little longer.

When she finished, it was already ten in the evening.

She expected Alain to be home, but he wasn't there when she arrived.

Caelus then informed her that he couldn't reach Alain or Horace on their mobiles—they might be dealing with something.

Eden didn't ask too many questions and went to take a shower.

She didn't expect Alain to return just a few minutes after she got into the bathroom.

"Compared to me, do you want to stay by Jerred's side more?" Alain asked, jealousy tinting his voice.

He admitted; Eden's attitude toward Jerred made him feel envious.

When Eden heard this, she looked up at Alain and suddenly smiled. "So, you're jealous."

"That's right," Alain said without any guilt. "I won't allow you to like other men."

Eden finally understood why Alain seemed off tonight.

The smile on her lips deepened. "Do you think he's my boyfriend?"

Alain raised an eyebrow and looked at her, c