CHAPTER 104

Lucien's POV

As the evening drew to a close, I stood up, my eyes locking onto Krisdana's.

"I'll walk you out," I said, my voice low.

Krisdana nodded, a hint of a smile playing on her lips.

My family nodded in understanding, their expressions a mix of curiosity and concern.

We stepped out into the crisp night air, the porch creaking beneath our feet.

Krisdana shivered, her arms wrapping around herself.

Without thinking, I slipped off my jacket and draped it over her shoulders.

"Hey," I said softly, "you're cold."

Krisdana's eyes flashed, her hands reaching up to remove the jacket.

"No, Lucien," she said firmly, her voice laced with a hint of frustration.

"We're not dating anymore. No need for all that."

I raised an eyebrow, my hands lingering on the jacket.

"I know," I said, my voice low, "but I still want to take care of you. Your still my friend"

Krisdana's gaze met mine, her eyes sparkling with a mix of warmth and warning.

"Lucien, stop," she said gently.

"We need to maintain bounda