Chapter 1228 Can I Refuse?
"Roni?"
The man rested against the headboard, draping a light blanket over her and toying with a strand of hair near her ear. "How about dining at the One Piece Restaurant next time?"
The One Piece Restaurant had transformed into his headquarters.
There, he held dominion.
"Hmm?"
Veronica, still half in slumber, struggled to grasp Matthew's words, responding with a vague murmur.
A suggestive smile curved at Matthew's lips. He bent down, exhaling softly into her ear, causing her soft locks to caress her skin teasingly.
His voice grew quieter. "The sound insulation there is exceptional. I'd rather witness you being uninhibited."
Unlike here, where he dreaded any loud sounds that might draw attention.
"I'm tired, let's sleep."
Veronica reached out and hugged Matthew's waist, rubbing against his chest to find a comfortable sleeping position.
"Okay, let's sleep."
Unable to bear seeing her so exhausted, Matthew was relieved to see that her sleep quality had improved. In the previous year at Bloomstead, she had battled severe insomnia, often relying on alcohol to find respite in sleep. Since their union, her condition had ameliorated; she could now doze naturally, lifting the weight from Matthew's heart.
day, Matthew rose early to purchase ingredients and prepare
first shared meal with Matthew at the table, it became customary
frequently. You
hinted, being cautious of
already reminded
to eat, trying to lower his presence as
very strange. Could it be that she really likes your cooking?" Mateo chewed on the meat ravioli while muttering, "Although your cooking skills are indeed
he always felt that something was
vigilant. The people from the
and glared at Iron Pillar. "I'm worried that you will be used by
will be
so he remained silent, almost
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