After the Secret Wedding Rise of My Queen

Chapter 50 Tickling the Man's Armpits

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Isabel jumped to her feet, jerking her hand free from Xander's grasp, her eyes wide with disbelief as she stared at him.

"I told you, I won't do anything inappropriate. You can just sleep here, Xander replied, his voice calm and steady.

He intended to see if sharing a bed with her would finally bring him the peace he had been craving-

It was a thought he had contemplated for quite some time but hadn't found the right moment to explore

until now.

Ever since that night with Isabel, his insomnia had worsened, and he could feel the toll it was taking on his health.

But as he considered this, Isabel took a few steps back, visibly uncomfortable.

A spark of irritation flared within Xander at her reaction.

Does she think I am some kind of monster?

"I think you've got it wrong. I really don't have those kinds of feelings about you," he clarified, trying to

alleviate the tension.

Isabel's words only deepened the furrow in his brow.

What do you mean by that? Just a moment ago, you said you were attracted to me."

"Honestly, it's a bit more complicated than that. I admire you, sure, but it's more about respect and idolization. Even if I feel something, it passes quickly. Right now, I don't have any romantic feelings for you. I keep my promises, and I said I wouldn't fall for you, so I won't. Isabel explained.

Isabel presumed that Xander was testing her, giving her one final opportunity to act on the chemistry between them. If she dared to take that leap, he would have a legitimate reason but to throw her out of the Bennetts' home, and that would ruin all her hard work. A wave of relief washed over Isabel upon that thought. Thank goodness she had reacted quickly: otherwise, it could have been the end of everything for her.

Xander's face darkened as he glared at her. "Are you saying you don't like me? Then what about this recording-

"That was just me saying the opposite to irritate your mother and Rachel, Isabel interrupted, cutting him

off

His expression soured further. "Then why are you in my room so late, running your fingers over my shirt Jike it's a magic lamp?

"Believe it or not, I can't sleep in my own pajamas. They're uncomfortable. I find the fabric of your fancy shirt much more enjoyable, so I thought I'd "borrow a couple while you were out," Isabel replied, her tone dripping with insincerity.

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any sign of deception, but he found none. That only deepened. his mood, sending

awkward asking to borrow more. I should get going and wash up before

away from Xander and headed toward the

watched her leave, anger

shut, and an eerie silence enveloped the room-so quiet

he remained

roamed the empty room, and a sense of emptiness settled

a long breath filled

mattered to him-far more deeply than he had ever imagined. Despite feeling calmer after taking

night, he still

AM, Xander abruptly threw off his covers and sat up,

bed, exited his room, and stood outside

open, instantly alert and listening

two brothers, there is no

Even I would need

it can't possibly

special medicine I prepared for him and is likely sleeping soundly in his room,

has to be

purposeful. strides. Without uttering a word, he pulled back the covers and climbed into bed, settling in as if it

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experience of sharing a bed with him, she recognized him immediately, even without. turning

he here, in the dead of night, slipping into my bed is it simply

strong hands gripping her shoulders, pulling her against his solid chest and enveloping her in his embrace, just like last time, holding her tightly.

Her shock seemed limitless.

as she prepared to push him away, she heard

he really

earth is going

realized from the sound of his

"Are you serious?"

rolled her eyes in disbelief. Then, with some effort, she turned halfway to face

in the