Chapter 81. Papa’s Love

XANDER ALVERIUS'S POV

She let out a heavy sigh worth of the world's weight. Her eyes closed for a few seconds. When they opened, those clear eyes twinkled softly.

She tilted her head, sarcastic as ever, "Who are you and what did you do to Alpha Xander?"

"I mean it, Peony!" I couldn't help but get huffy.

Those shoulders were initially tense and gradually relaxed.

In the soft glow of the garden lamps, her eyes sparkled like stars, reflecting a depth I was once swimming in. The perfect nose I used to pinch because it was so freaking fun to see her pout. Her face was soft against the moonlight. And the rosy pink lips that I once kissed wholeheartedly. I never thought she was unlovely when in fact it was the opposite.

She twisted her body from side to side to fix her seat. Her subtle movement put an end to my reverie. She pulled out a mini notepad and pen from her pocket. Shit, why would she bring that?

"Let's make a pact. No more arguments or quarrels, and you must support or ac