On the way back.

Victor thought that tonight, they had faced external enemies together as a couple, and with his grandfather praising him in front of everyone, he felt a bit smug.

He coaxed Belle, "It’s getting late. You should head back to Villa One and rest. You have work tomorrow."

Belle kept her gaze fixed ahead. "If you leave me by the side of the road, I’ll take a cab back."

Victor sighed.

He stared at Belle’s ...