Chapter 37

Chapter 37:

Marissa had to muster all her willpower to avoid throwing the coffee in her hand right into Derek’s face. She was the type to confront enemies head-on. With someone like Derek, she preferred settling disputes through action rather than wasting breath on fruitless discussions. Her approach was straightforward: if one beating didn’t get the message across, a second or third would follow until he finally gave in. She was certain he couldn’t withstand such repeated beatings. However, this time, Marissa couldn’t resort to her usual tactics. She needed to prevent him from exposing her true identity. Marissa opted for a more cunning strategy

She gave Derek a flattering, enticing smile and suggested, “Derek, why don’t we eat first?”

Marissa’s beauty was stunning. Normally, her expression was as cold and beautiful as snow, but her smile could outshine the blossoming flowers on a mountain. Her charm momentarily distracted Derek, who agreed absent-mindedly, saying, “Okay!”

Smiling, Marissa signaled to the restaurant manager, who quickly came over with a few staff members and said cheerfully, “Mr. Daniels, Miss Nash has arranged a very special and romantic meal for two. Are you ready to experience it now?”

Find the latest stories gⱯlnσv𝑒ls․com

I’ll try it right away,” Derek responded,

the staff to start setting up in an unusual manner, leaving Derek bewildered. The table was set with various delicacies and wine, which seemed typical enough. What took Derek completely by surprise was that their table and chairs were secured with iron

the floor-to-ceiling window beside him slid open. In an instant, the table and chairs began to glide out of the restaurant, suspended mid-air. The sound of the sea breeze whistling through, along with the creaking of the iron chains, filled the air. The table and chairs oscillated dangerously in the wind, hanging

initial shock turned to sheer panic, his face turning pale as fear took hold. “Let me back in! I don’t want to be out

of heights. Even looking out from a second-story window made his heart pound and his knees weaken. Now, suspended hundreds

seat belts,” Marissa responded calmly, casually

down at his waist, realizing there were

but stopped himself, worried that any sudden move could cause

pale face, Marissa smiled and said, “Look down. The sea below is full of giant-toothed sharks. Imagine

Stop it!” Derek was on the verge

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255