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.”

like velvety honey, rich

swiftly drew Harlee onto his lap, a playful smile spreading across

you trying to seduce

source for

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

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

you supposed to be handling the Happer

go, standing up with

remind me. I really should attend to

she slipped from his grasp, his expression a mix of amusement and

“Lee, I was mistaken…”

and then made to leave, it signaled some misstep on his part. With a resigned smile, he reached for her hand,

and the others assumed I was irate. The quieter I got, the more unnerved they became. Lee, perhaps we should consider

his suggestion, Harlee resettled on the sofa, keeping