Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 323

Chapter 331 What's the Price for a Night?

I was still thinking about the Carlyns when Carter's demeanor abruptly shifted.

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His expression hardened into his usual icy calm, exuding a quiet intensity that made my skin prickle. It had been some time since I'd seen him like this.

Quickly, I stood and looped my arm around his neck, trying to ease the tension. "I like mature, steady men like you, Carter. Whether you're brooding or cheerful, my feelings don't change. You're the only one I care about."

A flicker of warmth softened his features, and I felt myself relax.

Carter had grown up in an environment devoid of love, which left him with deep insecurities. He was always afraid I'd leave, or that my feelings might waver. I understood that fear.

That was a wound in his heart, one that couldn't heal overnight.

He had waited years for me, and I was determined to spend my life showing him he was worth it..

I wanted him to know I loved him for who he was-not out of obligation or pity, but because he truly captivated me.

Seeming to realize he'd been too harsh, Carter pulled me into his arms. "Sorry if I scared you earlier," he said gently.

I nestled against his chest. "I told you, I like every side of you-even when you're being tough. It's charming"

He smirked and flicked my nose lightly. "Such sweet talk. Does your stomach still hurt?"

"It's awful." I teased. "I think you should give me a massage, Honey."

He looked at me in surprise, "What did you just call me?"

I grinned. "Honey. We're married, so I get to call you that!"

Carter tilted my chin up and kissed me. "Chloe, you're playing with fire."

Eventually, we pulled apart, both of us slightly breathless. He stepped back reluctantly. "I'll check on the kitchen and make you some lemon tea. Stay put."

As I touched my flushed cheeks, I couldn't help but smile. He was such a thoughtful and caring man. L-used to think periods were just a hassle, especially during busy days when I couldn't avoid cold drinks. Luke often acted like an immature child, oblivious to things I didn't bring up.

Personally, I never saw the need to make a fuss over certain matters. I believed most problems could be endured until they passed.

out of his

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insisted I take an entire week off to recover before heading

at university wasn't a big deal That day, I had only gone to

Carter had donated a building there, obtaining my graduate certificate wasn't

chose to accept his kindness

finally felt well enough

Boltons, Luke

treatment.

had lost both his wife and son,

of the Boltons' business now rested on Carter's shoulders. Because I was familiar with how the company operated, I decided to assist him where I could to

tonight. If you're feeling

interested in seeing my classmates.

call, I informed Carter, "I have a class dinner tonight, so I'll be heading

pick you up when it's over," he

time. From the hallway,

a few girls were fawning over

to the university! You're so beautiful and generous." "Exactly! Both you and Zoey have the last name Gardner, but why is she so arrogant? She barely attended at

same university as her? You must

"Zoey? She didn't show up to

saw her getting out of a fancy car the other day. Perhaps

body like Zoey's, if I were loaded, I'd

erupted into mocking laughter. I hadn't expected that in the short time I'd been away,

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stir up so

eu her off completely. He froze her accounts, stripped fier of all her privileges, and went back to his home country

around as if she were the Gardners

smile played on my lips as I asked. "So, how much would you pay for my

caught off guard by my sudden appearance. Some looked

you selling yourself

to advertise

you guys spouting? Zoey was just feeling unwell and took a few days off to rest." "But

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