Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 1835:

“You’re well aware of my abstention from alcohol,” she stated firmly. “If drinking appeals to you, proceed independently. I decline to participate.”

With that declaration, she extracted her phone and began reviewing her messages with deliberate focus.

The conflict between her and Peyton had commenced that afternoon, and more than three hours had elapsed without communication. What message was he attempting to convey? Did he intend to terminate their relationship?

Feeling profoundly wounded, Aileen bit her lower lip while scrolling through her conversation history with Peyton.

DeWitt, undeterred by her dismissal, began extending his arm toward her shoulders.

Aileen, acutely perceptive of his movement, reacted with immediate anger. “Abandon any presumptuous notions. I feel absolutely no attraction toward you, and I’m currently in a…”

You would be wise

apex of her

aspect of Aileen’s personality, found herself rendered

developed a particular interest in Aileen. Despite his repeated expressions of interest,

His temper escalated instantaneously.

potential for conflict, Erica hastily attempted to defuse the situation. “Please accept our apologies—Aileen is experiencing emotional distress today. Don’t take offense. We’ll host you

next

darkening ominously as he departed

that’s occurred

be like this either, but Peyton hasn’t messaged me. He directed unprovoked anger toward

she offered consolation. “Darling, relinquish your anger. If Peyton

“How could you say that? You’ve actively prevented my consumption of alcohol. I merely sought temporary escape from