Chapter 44

"Let's switch things up. If you want me to play the part of your husband, we'll be quite affectionate around your family," Damian asserted, setting down his cup of black coffee.

Alicia raised an eyebrow and rebutted, "But you haven't seen how unbearable my stepmother can be when she's displeased."

"Worse than me when I'm angry?" Damian quipped.

Recalling Damian's previous outbursts, Alicia couldn't help but feel that Mary's behavior such as smashing things and instructing her to do chores would be tolerable in comparison. She relented, "Fine, just don't make Mary angry. I don't want to embarrass my father."

"So, you agree with my condition?" Damian inquired, a hint of amusement glinting in his deep blue eyes.

Alicia sighed and nodded, feeling defeated.

"In that case, let's leave at 1:00 this afternoon!" Damian suggested cheerfully.

Alicia was taken aback by Damian's proposal. "This afternoon? But I haven't booked a flight yet."

Damian's expression soured at the mention of flying, remi