Forced Marriage: My Wife, My Redemption by Lilyheart

Chapter 233

Chapter 233: You dare say that again?

In Davis’s bedroom, everything remained still. The heavy curtains were tightly drawn, blocking out the light and wrapping the room in a cocoon of calmness. Jessica lay curled against Davis, her breathing slow and steady. She was completely exhausted, almost out of herself.

Their phones, placed on the bedside table, blinked silently—lights flashing with message after message—reminders, updates, reports.

But no sound disturbed the silence. Davis had turned off all alerts before lying in bed that morning. He didn’t want anything to wake her. Not today.

She had looked too tired and drained, with the signs clearly visible in her red eyes and the dark circles beneath them. The sigh of relief she gave earlier after they finished discussing the plans for the day had been alarming. She had slumped back in the chair, and he could see how deeply worn out she was.

She had given everything—working harder than anyone else. She had taken on far too much since they arrived in Noveria, and yet he had done so little to ease her burden. A wave of guilt tightened in his chest. Was bringing her to Noveria really the right decision?

Slowly, he shifted and slipped out from under the covers, careful not to wake her. If it were up to him, he would have preferred she sleep all through the day. She stirred slightly but didn’t open her eyes.

Inside the bathroom, Davis showered quickly, letting the cold water clear his thoughts. Afterward, he dressed in a clean, casual outfit.

He moved to the armchair near the window and picked up his tablet to check the media buzz. He pulled aside the curtain just enough to let in a little filtered sunlight. Settling into the seat, he began scrolling through the morning headlines.

"Anticipation Rises for the New Group’s Relaunch."

"Noveria’s Investors Await the New Empire’s Debut."

"Top-Tier Executives Recruited with Earth-Shattering Salaries."

"Workers from All Walks of Life Employed."

"Who Is the Man Behind the Scene?"

"Stock Market Ready for Major Trend Changes."

#Meet the Force Behind the Project#

more he read, the deeper his frown became. Then, a particular post caught his attention. It had a picture showing Jessica’s back,

hesitated over

the article open, he scanned the contents—part admiration, part curiosity. Some praised her elegance and mystery. Others questioned her background and identity. None of them knew who she really

them

studied the media reactions, Davis couldn’t shake off the sense of unease slowly building inside him. Everything looked fine on the surface. No obvious sabotage. No new drama from the rival factions in the family. But still—something didn’t feel right. It was all

out a

name and patting the space beside

glass of water and returned to the bed, sitting

mumbled with a small sigh,

he whispered, brushing a strand of

smile. "What time

past eleven," he

widened.

need the rest. Or do you

overslept," she muttered,

it," Davis replied.

whispered. "Tonight has to be

and kissed her forehead. "It

hand and held it tightly. "Stay with me

nodded, and she rested her head against his chest, breathing deeply. Davis noticed her

is it?" he

her voice sounded weak.

phone, about to call someone, when she grabbed his arm to stop him. "Don’t worry. I’m okay.

the

get ready. We have a lot to do today," she said, trying to stand up. But her body gave way, and she lost her balance. Her eyes closed in fear of hitting the floor—only to be caught by strong arms that

voice sharp and cold—a tone

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