A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love by Arny Gallucio

Chapter 3869

After watching her silently for a moment, Raphael instructed the driver, “Hit the road.

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As Sharon refused to get in the car, Raphael directed the driver to leave, showing no sign of hesitation or compromise-typical of his treatment of Sharon over the years.

Raphael’s reasons for keeping Sharon close were pragmatic rather than romantic.

Initially, he was drawn to Sharon because she stood out in their circle.

Curious, Raphael wondered if he could fall in love with such a remarkable woman, perhaps then he could marry her and erase Olivia from his thoughts.

He did make an effort.

Over time, and especially during moments of inebriation, their relationship grew closer.

alcohol, Raphael remembered the scent of her perfume lingering

was drunk, yet still fully aware of

lips on his, and although he didn’t push her away, he wasn’t moved by the

possibility that intimacy might lead to more—perhaps even a child, after which they could just get married,

was undoubtedly a suitable partner

her taking the initiative that night, his desire was

Olivia, wrapped only in a

was their first

of blood on the sheets, and Olivia’s

had been gentle with her, cautious not to hurt her further after their rushed first

to be so hurried with her

of Olivia beneath him, her slim waist and the beauty of her form, lingered in his mind, tormenting him over

businessman, Raphael frequently encountered young women who showed interest in him, and while he didn’t turn them away, each encounter left him thinking of Olivia-her arms

were maddening, a stark contrast to the fleeting connections

vibrant Olivia had been that night, her whispers of