Chapter 1624: War Without Victors (74)
When Albert opened his eyes again, his head was splitting. Being drunk really felt awful; this was the first time he had drunk himself into such a state.
Raising a hand to cover his forehead, Albert swept his gaze around and found himself lying in a somewhat unfamiliar living room, with something seemingly pressing against his chest. It was Valeria's cheek. The curvaceous girl was holding him tightly, her entire body nearly pressed against his.
After finally recalling the string of absurd events from last night, Albert struggled to prop himself up. His gaze lingered briefly on the mature, alluring Catherine to his right before he immediately looked away. For some reason, Albert simply had no desire.
Not far away, Louise was curled up on a chaise lounge.
"Awake?"
A familiar voice suddenly sounded beside his ear. Albert raised a hand to shield his eyes from the glaring sunlight and looked toward the familiar figure reading in an armchair by the living room window.
Before Albert could speak, Valeria, who had been clinging tightly to him, was finally awakened by the noise. She drowsily opened her eyes, covered a yawn, and habitually burrowed into Albert's arms, seemingly wanting him to hold her while she slept.
"Maybe you should go back to sleep."
A glass of juice was brought to Albert's lips, but he pushed it away.
"Lunch is ready. Are they awake?"
The living room door was pushed open again, and Katrina walked in. Her gaze swept across the messy room before she winked at Albert and suggested, "You look rather exhausted. How about resting a little longer and eating lunch later?"
The girls sleeping in the living room were finally awakened by their voices.
Catherine woke up, shaking her head, while Louise, who