Chapter 209: Leander and Yvonne

Leander approached Yvonne quietly as she stood by the window. Without a word, he gently placed his hands on her waist. Yvonne stiffened at the touch, her breath catching as she felt the warmth of his hands.

“Leander...” she muttered, her voice low and breathy. She didn’t move away, but her posture was rigid. After a pause, she added, “You know, if Dorian saw this, he’d have a heart attack.”

Leander chuckled softly, removing his hands from her waist, sensing the tension. “He’s not here, Yvonne.”

She turned slowly to face him, her eyes locking with his. There was a flicker of something in her gaze—playful, sarcastic, yet serious all at once. “Oh, I’m sure. But you think this is smart? Playing with fire? You’re the one who said I didn’t owe Dorian anything, right?”

Leander stepped back, his hands raised in mock surrender, though a smile played on his lips. “I’m not playing with fire. But if you want me to back off, just say the word.”

Yvonne tilted her head, crossing her arms. “Back