Chapter 253

Alanna thought she'd reach her apartment first. She didn't expect to see Travis waiting outside for her right after getting out of the cab.

"How did you get here so fast, Travis?"

The truth was that Travis was already in the area when he called Alanna earlier.

"I happen to be dealing with something in this area."

After that, he handed Alanna a cup of hot cappuccino. "I remember you liking this beverage."

Alanna's eyes lit up instantly. "I never thought you'd remember my preferences after all these years."

Travis flashed her a gentle smile. "I was worried that your taste in beverages might have changed."

Alanna just giggled without continuing the topic. She asked, "Aren't you going home for the holidays?"

"I did. I rushed back here without any prior notice."

Truth be told, Travis didn't have to attend the conference. The minister's right-hand man was the one attending the conference.

Although Travis was considered a rising star in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, his qualifica