Celestial Queen: Revenge Is Sweet When You’re A Zillionaire Heiress

Chapter 1623:

Harlee squinted, nestling into a cozy spot within Rhys’ embrace. With a smirk curling her lips, she declared in a cool, crisp tone, “I can manage. Just continue to be my charming partner.”

Rhys cocked his head, his demeanor initially tense. But soon, the frostiness melted away. Gazing down at Harlee, his expression softened, his eyes as warm and clear as a tranquil lake, filled with deep, earnest affection.

“Okay, I’ll happily remain your charming partner.”

Harlee hummed softly in acknowledgment. Then, her curiosity piqued, she casually inquired, “What exactly did you do to Robbie and the others?”

“Nothing at all.”

Rhys’ face took on a subtly hurt expression, his voice tinged with a hint of grievance.

“Do you not trust me?”

Harlee wasn’t inclined to delve deeper. Given the earlier atmosphere and the fact that Robbie and the others weren’t quaking in their boots, pressing the issue seemed unnecessary. Yet, she reconsidered. It could strain their bond. Thus, Harlee propped herself up, cradled Rhys’ face with her delicate hands, and leaned in to plant a soft kiss on his lips.

“I missed you.”

around him like velvety honey, rich and

then swiftly drew Harlee onto his lap, a

trying to seduce

source

slow nod, Harlee wrapped her arms around Rhys’ neck and nestled closer, her chin brushing against

gesture stoked a certain fire within Rhys. His eyes darkened, his voice

supposed to be handling the

eyes with him, Harlee gradually let go, standing

I really

from his grasp, his

“Lee, I was mistaken…”

his fault, Rhys knew that whenever Harlee teased him and then made to leave, it signaled some misstep on his part. With a resigned smile, he reached for her hand, his

I got, the more unnerved

cleared up any potential concerns. Acknowledging his suggestion, Harlee resettled on the sofa, keeping a casual distance. She flicked on the TV and responded nonchalantly, “Yes, that sounds like a solid