Loved You Once But He's My Forever

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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.

to make a fuss over certain matters. I believed most

out of his way to make lemon tea for me and even prepared a hear

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even insisted I take an entire week off to recover

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

a building there, obtaining my graduate certificate

chose to accept

at home, I finally felt well enough on the third day to accompany Carter to the Bolton

setbacks at the Boltons, Luke stopped wallowing and began cooperating

treatment.

his wife

with how the company operated, I decided to assist him where I could to ease his burden. Toward the end of the workday, I received a message

you're feeling better, come join us. I'll send you the

replied, though I wasn't particularly interested in seeing my classmates. My real motivation

ending the call, I informed Carter, "I have

when it's over," he

off at the hotel at the agreed time. From the hallway, I could hear chatter and laughter spilling out

a few girls were fawning

you the heiress of a multinational corporation, but you're also engaged to a wealthy man. I even heard you donated a building to the university! You're so beautiful

university as her?

replied, "Zoey? She didn't show up to classes

getting out of a fancy car the other day. Perhaps someone

were loaded, I'd

I hadn't expected that in the short time I'd been away,

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up so much

froze her accounts, stripped fier of all her privileges, and went back to his home country to file for divorce with my mom While he left with some dignity intact, he allowed Sadie to save a bit

around as if she were the Gardners heiress while

who commented. A sly smile played on my lips as I asked. "So, how much

fell silent, caught off guard by my sudden appearance. Some looked away in awkwardness, while others smirked with

Are you selling yourself now? How much

shameless enough to

you guys spouting? Zoey was just feeling unwell and took