Chapter 147

Liam interrupted her with a chuckle, his laughter lightening the tension in the air.

"Feeling something for me?" he interjected, a hint of amusement coloring his tone. "Nah, don't worry yourself too much about it, especially since she's married."

Natalie froze, her eyes widening in shock. "She's married?" she repeated, her voice barely a whisper.

Liam's slip of the tongue had revealed a secret Amelia wanted to keep hidden.

He instantly realized his mistake, regret washing over him. Amelia had made it clear that she wanted her personal life to remain private, and he had unintentionally revealed her marital status.

Stammering, he attempted to backtrack. "No, no, that's not what I meant," he stumbled, his words faltering. "I... I must have misspoke."

Natalie's eyes bore into Liam's, her curiosity demanding an explanation. "Why didn't you say she was married?" she pressed, her voice filled with a mix of surprise and suspicion.

Liam paused for a moment, contemplating his response. He kn