Whenever Alhaitham laid eyes on you, he couldn't help but question if it was possible to radiate such vitality.

He was a man so reserved that conversation with him was a challenge, yet you exuded such charm that it tugged at his heart. The way you danced while preparing pancakes, the laughter that bubbled out when you were intoxicated—it was so endearing. For that, he had no choice but to make up a lie to approach you.

"New perfume?" he asked sweetly, leaning against the countertop.