Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 423 Deep Affection

Just as this thought crossed my mind, my phone rang. It was Caden.

My heart skipped a beat.

Was this telepathy?

I answered the call.

“Rosaline, are you home?” Caden’s concerned voice came through the line.

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“I just got home, took a shower, and now I’m lying in bed, reading news reports about your disaster relief efforts.” Warmth spread in my heart as I smiled. “You looked pretty handsome on camera. By the way, how’s the situation over there?”

“What’s the point of being handsome.” His voice suddenly turned low, carrying a hint of grievance. “If you aren’t by my side, who am I even looking good for?”

This man!

When did he become so shameless?

Hearing his sweet words, my ears heated up. I couldn’t help but chide him, “Stop it. I’m talking about something serious here.”

“The situation at the disaster zone has stabilized. The focus now is on resettling the survivors. You don’t need to worry.”

After reporting the situation, Caden paused for a few seconds before his deep, magnetic voice came through the receiver again.

“But, Rosaline, I’m serious too. I miss you. I really want to see you right now.”

He had said many sweet things before, but hearing these words still rippled my heart.

grew fainter as sleepiness crept in. I couldn’t even remember when I hung

my dream, I

in the bedroom. He walked over, wrapped his arms around my waist, and whispered in my ear in a deep, husky voice, “Rosaline, I miss

my ear, sending heat rushing to my face. Then, his

my hands instinctively clutched his collar, pulling him closer. We melted into each other

alarm

snapped my eyes open, instantly wide awake.

I rubbed my forehead,

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vivid scenes from my dream flashed through

did I have a dream

Freya teased

up, you pervert.”

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fault for whispering those sweet nothings last night! When did this man become so good at flirting?

headed to

Call of the Wild‘ in Jasper’s

straight to Jasper’s office

his deep voice responded.

pushed the door open and

his eyes lit up, and he quickly stood up in surprise. “Rosaline,

smiled

been gone for so long. I thought you wouldn’t be back for a few more days. How’s

seated, I was immediately met with his

improving. I came back yesterday. Today, I’m here to check if you have things under control. Have all

to discuss work,

walked over to his desk, grabbed a stack of documents, and handed them to me. His deep gaze fixed on mine. “These are the actors and the director I’ve chosen. Take a look and see if anyone