secret lover 150 Summary


    Axel’s mood suddenly shifts from warm to tense when a sleek ck car arrives, signaling something serious. Evelyn senses the change immediately and grows concerned as Axel instructs her to wait in the car, promising he won’t be long. When the driver’s door opens, a younger man steps out—Axel’s cousin—whose presence adds to Evelyn’s unease. She tries to distract herself by checking the news and texting Oscar, who reassures her with his usual sarcasm.


    Axel returns and drives off in silence, the atmosphere heavy and quiet. Evelyn notices his distracted demeanor and attempts to lighten the mood by mentioning a conversation with Grandma Eleanor about a wedding gift. Axel responds with amusement, exining that Evelyn’s refusal actually makes the family like her more, hinting that they might be nning something extravagant for her.


    Their exchange brings a small moment of warmth and humor amid the tension, with Evelyn teasing about possibly receiving a penthouse or even an entire building from Axel’s family. Axelughs softly, predicting she would still find a way to politely decline anyvish offers. Despite the underlying stress, their brief conversation helps ease the weight between them as they continue their drive.Continue Regr Chapter Reading Below


    150 Do You Think I Was Rude?


    In an instant, Axel’s entire demeanor shifted. The warmth that had embraced him throughout the evening evaporated suddenly, reced by a taut tension that seemed to chill the very air between them. Evelyn sensed the change immediately, as if the sky had darkened just before a fierce storm broke loose.


    She turned toward him, her eyebrows knitting together slowly in concern. “Axel,” she whispered hesitantly, “Who…?” But he remained silent, his jaw tightening as the sleek ck car pulled up, its headlights slicing through the darkness and flooding the driveway with harsh white light, momentarily blinding them both.


    “Eve, wait for me in the car,” Axel finally said, his voice calm but firm, leaving no room for debate. Without another word, he opened the door and helped her inside. Just before closing it, he paused, catching the flicker of worry in her eyes, even in the dim glow.


    “It won’t take long,” he assured her softly.


    “I’m not worried. Please, take your time, Axel,” Evelyn replied with a small, encouraging smile.


    He gave a brief nod, his expression unreadable, then gently shut the door behind her.


    As the door clicked closed, Evelyn exhaled slowly, her gaze fixed on the mysterious vehicle parked a short distance away. There was something about that car that unsettled her deeply. Axel’s sudden coldness had been a clear sign—this was no casual visit.


    At first, she guessed it might be Axel’s father, which would have exined the abrupt change in his mood. But when the driver’s door swung open, it wasn’t Alexander Knight who stepped out.


    Instead, a younger man emerged—tall and lean, impably dressed in a crisp white shirt beneath a sleek suit jacket. Even in the low light, Evelyn could tell he was younger than Axel by a few years. His features were sharp and confident, yet there was something oddly familiar about him.


    Could he be Axel’s cousin? Evelyn wondered, frowning as she tried to ce where she’d seen him before. Despite her efforts, her mind refused to cooperate, like trying to hold onto smoke slipping through her fingers.


    A nervous buzz ran through her nerves. To distract herself, she pulled out her phone and began scrolling through thetest news headlines. Her name still appeared in the media, though no longer dominating the front pages. The frenzy around her was fading, but it lingered like a shadow following her every move.


    She sighed quietly. Thest thing she needed was more attention, especially with Oliver’s birthday just around the corner.


    Her thoughts drifted to Oscar, who had been in town for a few days, keeping a low profile. She hadn’t heard from him since the day before, and the silence gnawed at her unease.


    “Is he okay?” she murmured, fingers tapping out a quick message.


    “Oscar, how are you doing?”


    Almost immediately, her screen lit up with his reply.


    “Barely surviving. Staying home, ordering food, trying not to die of boredom. Why are you texting me at this hour?” came the familiar sarcastic tone.


    Relief washed over Evelyn, and she let out a softugh. Oscar was fine—typical Oscar, even sarcastic through a text.


    She’d told him to move to Axel’s hotel for safety, but he had refused, insisting he wasfortable at a friend’s beach house.


    “I think it’s time to get rid of the news about me. I’ve had enough attention for a lifetime,” she typed back.


    Within moments, he responded.


    “Got it, boss! I’ll cook up some juicy new scandal involving a supermodel to keep things lively. Don’t worry—the inte will move on by morning!”


    Evelyn couldn’t help but smile.


    “You’re the best, Oscar!”


    “I know. I charge extra for emotional support.”


    “Hey, you can stay one night at my ce!”


    “Deal!”


    Just as she finished reading hisst message, the driver’s door of the ck car opened again.


    Axel returned, his expression unreadable. He slid behind the wheel and started the engine without a word.


    “Are you done talking with…?” Evelyn began softly.


    “My cousin,” he said tersely. His calm tone left no room for further questions.


    She understood immediately and remained silent, watching the man standing in the yard as their car pulled away. His gaze lingered on them, and something about it made her uneasy.


    The drive began in heavy silence. The night stretched endlessly ahead, the quiet hum of the engine filling the space where conversation should have been. Streetlights flickered intermittently, casting shifting shadows over Axel’s face and highlighting the tension still etched in his jaw.


    Evelyn shifted in her seat, trying to ease the weight pressing down on her chest. She could tell his thoughts were elsewhere, tangled up in matters he wasn’t ready to share.


    Wanting to break the oppressive quiet, she decided to bring up something lighthearted.


    “Axel, you know what?”


    “Hmm? What is it?” He nced at her briefly before returning his gaze to the road.


    “Grandma Eleanor asked me what kind of wedding gift I wanted,” she said casually.


    That caught his attention. His grip on the steering wheel loosened just a bit.


    He stole a look at her from the corner of his eye. “What did you tell her?”


    Evelyn smiled softly.


    “I told her she didn’t need to bother. I said her blessing was more than enough, and I felt grateful for that.”


    Axel chuckled quietly. His eyes returned to the road, but a trace of amusement colored his voice. “Hmmm… That sounds very you, Eve.”


    She tilted her head toward him, curiosity flickering in her eyes. “Do you think I was rude? I felt bad refusing. She seemed so excited to give something.”


    He shook his head gently. “No, you weren’t rude at all. Actually, I think she likes you even more because of that.”


    “Really?” Evelyn raised an eyebrow skeptically.


    “Trust me,” he said with a soft smile. “The more you act like you don’t need anything from my family, the more she’ll want to spoil you. She might’ve even prepared a penthouse right in the middle of town for you…”


    Evelynughed quietly at the thought.


    “Well, then I’ll be sure not to say that again. Who knows? Next time, she might offer me an entire building,” she teased.


    Axel chuckled under his breath.


    “Knowing you, I don’t think you’d ept it anyway. You’d still find a way to say no, no matter how much she insists.”


    “Maybe,” she admitted with a smile, feeling a bit lighter despite the lingering tension.Conclusion


    The chapter delicately captures the fragile intery between tension and tenderness that defines Evelyn and Axel’s rtionship. Despite the sudden chill brought on by Axel’s cousin’s unexpected arrival, their connection remains a quiet anchor amid uncertainty. Evelyn’s concern and Axel’s guarded demeanor reveal theplexities beneath their bond, while their shared moments of lightheartedness hint at the deep affection that persists even in difficult times.


    This emotional ebb and flow underscores the chapter’s themes of trust, vulnerability, and the unspoken challenges that lovers face. As they navigate the shadows cast by external pressures, their small exchanges of warmth and humor offer a glimpse of hope and resilience. The chapter closes on a note of gentle understanding, reminding us that even in silence, love can speak volumes.What to Expect in Next Chapter?


    The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the mysterious visitor’s identity and the reasons behind Axel’s sudden change in demeanor. As Evelyn grapples with her unease, the arrival of this enigmatic cousin hints at secrets that may challenge the fragile calm between them. Readers can anticipate a subtle unraveling of family dynamics and hidden tensions that couldplicate Axel and Evelyn’s rtionship in unexpected ways.


    Meanwhile, Evelyn’s interactions with Oscar and her reflections on the media spotlight suggest that external pressures will continue to weigh heavily on her. The bnce between public scrutiny and private vulnerability is poised to create emotional ripples, testing the strength of the bonds she holds dear. As the story unfolds, the quiet moments between Axel and Evelyn may reveal more than just affection—they might expose the cracks beneath the surface, setting the stage for poignant revtions ahead.


    Sara Lili


    <strong>Sara Lili</strong> is a daring romance writer who turns icyndscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of d’s breathtaking cold.