How the Ice King Became my Doting Billionaire Husband

When Morwenna dropped that bombshell, Stuart felt a significant shift in the air around him.

He genuinely hadn't expected such words to tumble from Morwenna's lips.

Could she love him? Did someone genuinely love him for who he was?

The women who claimed to adore him were only after the wealth he held.

Adelaide had made grand declarations of love, but it was clear that she was only in it for the perks.

Love? All he saw in the eyes of others was wariness and fear.

Stuart was ready to scoff at Morwenna's statement, but when he looked into her eyes, he saw no ulterior motives, no fear, just pure, hopeful brightness, like the moon's reflection shimmering on a lake. His intended mockery died on his lips.

With a hint of curiosity in his eyes, he asked, "What do you want from me?"

Morwenna seemed baffled for a moment. "I don't want anything. I was just wondering if it's okay to love you. I hope it doesn't cause you trouble."

Without the complications like those with Adelaide, Morwenna's love was straightforward and clear.

Stuart loved no one and wasn't seeking his

she wouldn't have to hide her

I'll pay back the money I owe. We mountain folks don't take advantage of

found himself speechless. "Morwenna, didn't you say once that I wasn't your

their initial interactions when she viewed Stuart as harsh and reckless, far from gentle. She felt she could never fall for

it wrong. And I see it now. You're

a slight smirk

in close to

"What's okay?"

wanted to love me, and I

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a composed facade, not allowing herself to smile too

away this time as they gazed

at Stuart, not out of fear, but to resist

wasn't afraid anymore. Temptation had already taken hold, and she fixated on the small mole at the corner of Stuart's eye, which lifted when he smiled. He was

her glowing smile, Stuart momentarily lost

by some impulse, he cautioned her.