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.”

him like velvety honey,

briefly and then swiftly drew Harlee onto his lap, a

you trying to seduce

your source for

Rhys’ neck and nestled closer,

certain fire within Rhys. His eyes darkened, his voice dropping

supposed to be handling the Happer

standing

me. I really should

watched as she slipped from his grasp, his

“Lee, I was mistaken…”

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

irate. The quieter I got, the more unnerved they became. Lee, perhaps we should

suggestion, Harlee resettled on the sofa, keeping a casual distance. She flicked on the TV and responded