Chapter 548

Hades froze. Alanna, who was helping herself to the food, paused abruptly, too.

Seeing how loving they were, Margaret couldn't help but break into a smile. Her gaze fell on Alanna's finger, and she winked at Alanna.

Alanna forced a smile. Breaking free from Hades, she went to Margaret and took the bowl she held from her. "Margaret, I'm suddenly craving pickles. Please serve me some."

Margaret smiled as she acknowledged her instructions.

Hades listened to Yves in silence. "Melanie had been calling you, but her calls didn't go through. She's now throwing a tantrum, saying that her only wish is for Tucker to be released."

Hades glanced at Alanna. In a lowered tone, he said, "Let her be. Don't mind her."

Then, he ended the call. Walking over to Alanna, he hugged her again. "Does your stomach still hurt?"

"I'm fine now," Alanna replied as she set the table.

Hades held her hand. "I heard you're craving pickles. You've never liked anything sour or spicy."

Alanna glanced at him. "Perh