Crossroads

Chapter 229

Ourile, the sky was filled with rolling dark clouds. The wind howled, whipping the tree branches into a frenzy and sending leaves and dust swirling through the air. A streak of lighting suddenly cut through the dark sky, followed by a deafening clap of thunder. It was a night that made one want to hide under the covers.

Stephanie looked out the windows, feeling uneasy.

to go out at this time.

“The weather is nasty, It looks like a typhoon is coming…” It was clearly not wise to

All day, the wind had been picking up, and the sky had been growing darker. But the rain still hadn’t come, and the clouds seemed to be holding their breath, gathering strength for a massive downpour.

Stephanie reached out, shutting the windows tight and pulling the curtains closed.

Just as she turned to leave, she remembered something and called out, Dominick

The quiet bedroom seemed even more silent because of the thunder outside, with no response,

“Dominick!” Her face suddenly turned anxious. She quickly walked over and felt relieved to see the man still sitting by the bed. “Dominick, why didn’t you answer me?” she asked, a hint of annoyance in her voice.

A figure obscured his view as Dominick finally looked up, his voice laced with a hint of mixed feelings, “What’s the matter?

“What’s the matter? I called you three times Stephanie leaned in close, scrutinizing him with some confusion.

“I was thinking about something.” He spoke as if it was nothing, turning his head to avoid her gaze. Then, he quickly added, his tone calm as usual, “Something about the company.”

The company? You’re just making excuse. He was lying.

Stephanie stopped, her eyes boring into him, her face filled with nervousness and frustration. She raised her voice and yelled at him, I told you before, when I call you three times, you have to answer, no matter what.. Dominick, don’t you dare pull this crap with me. You can’t just ignore

Hearing her voice drop, Dominick knew Stephanie was that kind of woman. Even if she was scared, the toughest words she could can’t ignore me…

utter wers,

You

She was the only one who dared speak to him like that, and even be found himself spoiling her whims. Repeated setbacks could break a person, bur he didn’t want her to feel wronged. She deserved to be spoiled, to be a little reckless

pulling her onto his lap. He stared at her face, watching her anger melt into uncertainty and unease. All her emotions were written on her face. She was actually

dealing with something lately. It’s a bit tricky,” he softly

is this

eyes suddenly drifted away from

her arms around his neck, looking

just

simple home–cooked dishes.” She spoke as if

a lot. She says someone like you is way our of my league, that I’ll always feel like I don’t measure up if I

body stiffened, but she continued, her words devoid of any insecurity, When I

broad and comforting, his chest solid and warin. Dominick

great Mr. Hayes of Havencrest gets bossed around by me every day. Why should I feel small” she added a teasing tone to her words. She had come to realize that even the sprawling Wellington Villa was cold and unfamiliar. She knew Dominick had her back. No matter what she messed up

was

her to say such things. He didn’t fully understand what she meant. The complexities of emotions between

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her words surprised him, and a flicker of

raised her head, trying to be serious. “Dominick, are you

fine. I

some plain oatmeal for breakfast.” It seemed

don’t feel like

pain shot through his head. His face turned pale as he gritted his teeth to endure

your head

Stephanie slipped off his lap, and her voice edged with

raw worry she wasn’t even trying to hide, touched him. “Yeah,” he

“Lay

the oil

nights and overworking. It seemed to be nothing serious, so she wasn’t overly concerned. Over time, she’d figured out how to apply just the right

“How’s that feel!”

be gentle, but

cool medicated oil added a soothing effect. Dominick felt some relief.

tired, just take a nap, Stephanie said softly. I have Sandra bring

“Okay,” he murmured.

shared such a peaceful moment. Maybe it was the storm raging outside, but

me to that boxing gym? And don’t forget about shooting and horseback riding too. Now that I’ve