Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 45

The moment it was touched, she felt as if electricity coursed through her, causing an uncontrollable shiver.

Rupert noticed her reaction, his gaze darkening as he leaned in closer, a droplet of coffee from his collar falling onto her stomach.

Sylvia's shivering became more pronounced. A dark desire brewed in Rupert's eyes as he stared straight at Sylvia, not bothering to hide his intent.

"Just as sensitive as that night."

"I wasn't!" Sylvia countered.

"Really? That's not how you sounded back then."

His low chuckle was laced with mischief. His thumb, adorned with the ruby ring, traced the droplet on Sylvia's belly, the warm jade strangely comforting yet bizarre. Sylvia's stomach contracted, and she let out a soft gasp, which Rupert promptly silenced.

"Mmm..."

Rupert was playing with fire!

If anyone from the Garcia family caught them, she'd be done for!

Yet, Sylvia's strength was no match for Rupert's as he lifted her up and captured her lips.

a knock echoed through the room, "Sylvia, are

It was Warren.

Sylvia stiffened in shock.

just narrowed his eyes, and carrying her in his arms, he moved towards the

next move. But he kissed her even more passionately, his hands boldly wandering over

on the other side

and helpless, her eyes pleading

"Sylvia, what's wrong? Why is the door

threatened to alert

call for others, Rupert released her, whispering, "Consider yourself lucky,"

locked the door when

then?" Warren

the door as soon as I could," Sylvia explained, pressing her lip. Warren nodded; noticing her flushed cheeks, he

shook her head, "I just rushed over

as long as you're okay.

"Okay."

coffee room,

wall, twirling his ring,

didn't dare linger, closing the door firmly