Chapter 231

Howard’s eyes darkened immediately, fixating on her as he said, “I didn’t quite catch that.”

Gwendolyn’s neck flushed, her gaze darting away as she stammered, “You know, that thing.”

“I lost too much blood and don’t remember a thing,” he further feigned confusion.

In a fit of anger, Gwendolyn blurted out, “Exploring the Mysteries of the Human Body, and so on…” By the final word, she was too embarrassed to even look at him.

Howard wrapped an arm around her slim waist, a teasing tone in his voice. “Ah, so you wanted to study those skills with me. If you’re keen, I suppose I could oblige.”

Sandra was wrong. Sure, men could easily be appeased, but they were also experts at overstepping boundaries, acting innocent even as they took advantage.

Gwendolyn couldn’t be more embarrassed.

“The USB drive is in the car. You could fetch it. We have all night long. I’m at your service,” he said, his eyes half–closed, masking the playful gleam.

Gwendolyn was frustrated and annoyed yet tongue–tied.

Impulsively, she silenced his ridiculous banter with a kiss, her teeth nibbling at his lip.

Howard pulled her closer, deepening the kiss.

It was a lingering, complex, and prolonged moment.

and flushed, her eyes glistening with clarity, irresistibly drawing him in. The beast within

an overwhelming

breaths, “If you wish to make amends, offer yourself to me next time. We have a home theater in the villa

insinuation was crystal clear.

heartbeat thundered erratically.

do anything?” he asked.

intense gaze

Anything would do.

rain finally ceased, surprisingly replaced by sunshine.

departure,” the surgeon exclaimed, “Now the bus can

leave. I’ll miss this place.”

is so lucky to have a handsome and respectable husband to take her home. Where does

1/2

10:19

Chapter 231

packed the medical equipment from the clinic, waiting for

the exception since Howard had driven down to pick her

entrance had been the subject of much

the car had been washed by the grateful

were immediately surrounded by enthusiastic villagers right after they exited

are remarkable! My child is

we can’t thank you enough for your help! We feel terrible you got hurt. Here, take these farm–fresh eggs and leafy greens. It’s

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

Comments ()

0/255