Chapter 137

Estrella couldn’t deny it-Jason’s proximity was intoxicating, his touch a magic spell. Every brush of his skin sent unusual shivers through her. It had always been this way, from the beginning to now.

Her hands gripped his wrists as she swallowed hard, then turned to face him. “I’ve written the promise not to mention divorce again. Don’t push your luck.”

Jason nuzzled her cheek. “Just let me hold you.”

Estrella fell silent, not pushing his hands away from her waist. She had been furious and resolved on divorce when she found out he’d been secretly using contraception. So much so that she’d kept her distance, ignoring him entirely.

But Jason’s antics tonight had almost disarmed her wrath. Despite his lack of

explanation, his actions were speaking volumes. He didn’t want kids out of fear she’d use him and leave.

Wrapped in Jason’s warmth, she looked at him and said, “You’re the one who told me to pack up and leave, and now you’re demanding promises from me. No consistency.”

He pulled her closer, kissing her cheek before whispering, “I told you to leave because you were only thinking about having kids and not thinking about us.”

His breath tickled her ear, and her legs went weak. She retorted, “Oh, please. Who’s the one that’s hardly ever home?”

It was rare for Estrella to dredge up the past, and it warmed Jason’s heart. He held her tighter.

As the storm outside subsided, so did their turbulent relationship, returning to a semblance of peace.

Jason kissed her face, admitting, “My fault. I should’ve come home.”

His candidness left Estrella speechless. Indeed, spare those who concede. Besides, the quiet of the night was ripe for intimacy, especially after signing such an agreement. Life’s always a mess. It’s never smooth sailing. There are always problems.

blurted out, “Jason, you’re… ready again.” She could feel him pressing

her lips. His kisses were soft. From their first kiss, Estrella had found it comforting, enchanting. She turned and wrapped

a heated exchange of kisses, Jason scooped her up, her legs wrapping around his waist. They continued like this until he gently

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arms.

she found his face addicting, not to mention

gently, and leaning closer, she whispered in his ear, “Jason, I

request, and then he kissed

of passion, Estrella clutched the sheets. Her face flushed

here,” Jason replied, his voice tender.

arms,

forehead, letting her drift to

at the law firm-a rare occurrence. Sitting at her

quite the partner. Initially, he was all brute force, but he seemed to

distance, their physical chemistry was undeniable-a rare connection that sent electric shocks with every touch, every glance. Maybe that was the silver lining of their marriage-at least they could find solace

a summary of your last case to

I’ve got to prepare for Lexi’s trial and visit the hospital later.”

before our

“Got it.”

Estrella plunged back into work. Following a quick lunch, she

Zoey already there, eyes rimmed

Zoey greeted her, offering a glass of water.

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