Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 93

How embarrassing!

Lyman's gaze suddenly grew intense, his eyes burning as he gripped her hand tightly. His voice was low and rough. "Effie, are you sure?"

Effie nodded, nervous but certain. She didn't want to run away anymore.

Lyman didn't say another word. He simply pulled her gently into his arms and kissed her.

His warm breath brushed against her neck, sending a shiver of tingling electricity through her.

His kiss was both gentle and hungry, laced with a longing that had been held back for too long.

Effie's heart pounded, her hands instinctively finding his shoulders as she melted into his embrace.

Their breaths mingled, the air between them thick with anticipation.

Lyman's hand traced the curve of her back, his fingertips radiating heat through the thin fabric of her shirt, making her shiver uncontrollably.

Her mind went blissfully blank. All she could feel was this man and the storm of emotions he brought with him.

forehead pressed to hers, his breath uneven. "You're really sure

up and met his gaze—those deep, gentle eyes

won't... We're married. This is how it's supposed

Lyman's lips. He kissed her again, harder this time, as if he wanted

turning to jelly as she leaned into him,

slid down to her waist, and with a gentle but firm touch, he scooped her up in

gave a startled gasp, instinctively wrapping her arms around his neck and burying her face

she whispered, her

here," he murmured, his tone

steady and sure, as if she were the

the soft glow of the lamp and the sound of their mingled breaths.

to be nervous,"

summoned her courage

smile deepened, and he kissed her

let

in the room were their quiet breathing and

came, Effie woke to find herself nestled in