Chapter 127 Hello, Sweatheart

• Eric's deep, booming voice made both Alexa and Gabriel turn simultaneously. Unlike Gabriel, who maintained his stoic expression, Alexa began to panic. Seeing her like this would only fuel the tension between Eric and Gabriel.
• "Eric, this is my own fault—ow!" Alexa tried to stand but quickly sat back down as sharp pain shot through her ankle. It seemed she had sprained it when she accidentally slipped.
• Eric's fury was evident on his face as he swiftly approached Alexa and scooped her into his arms. Despite the anger dominating his expression, there was an underlying worry.