Chapter 474:

Elyse drifted off to sleep, her heart heavy from her conversation with Driscoll.

In the dead of night, the bedroom door creaked open, and a silent silhouette, Jayden in black pajamas, padded barefoot to her bedside. Moonlight bathed Elyse’s face in a soft glow as Jayden stood vigil, a lonely guardian in the darkness. He reached out, his fingers tracing the faint marks on her neck, a silent question lingering in the air.

“Did I scare you?”

His voice was a mere whisper, unanswered by the sleeping Elyse. With a sigh, Jayden slipped beneath the covers, careful not to disturb her. There was a distance between them now. It wasn’t the comforting closeness of nights past, but at least she was there. He closed his eyes, the weight of unspoken emotions settling on him as sleep finally claimed him.

Across town, at the Royal Hotel, a different scene played out. Brook thrust deeply into Jennie on the plush bed, their movements fueled by raw passion. Jennie’s moans filled the air, a siren song that sent Brook’s blood surging. He was determined to leave this enchanting woman breathless. Her moans became urgent, urging him on.

Suddenly, the door splintered open with a crash, shattering the mood. Startled, Brook stumbled back, Jennie clinging to him in a flurry of shock. Brook tossed a blanket over them, his anger flaring at the interruption.

“Well, well, well,” Corrie drawled, a smirk playing on her lips. “Seems I’ve interrupted something delightful.”

what the hell do you think you’re

before barging in? Brook and I were rather busy.” She leaned in, planting a kiss on his

“Spare me the theatrics, Jennie. I may not

gaze shifted to Brook, her voice laced with steel. “Get dressed. We’re leaving.

to spend the night.” Jennie

threw her a pointed look. “And for

tuned for

her arms, looking at him coldly, clearly not taking

angrily threatened, “Are you out of your mind? Do my words mean nothing to you? Does the Bates family not want assistance from

her arms. “Threats, Brook?

“Apologize to Jennie, or my family’s support for yours dries

of warmth. “Fine. Cut it off.

in disbelief. “What do

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

Comments ()

0/255