Chapter 436:

But he quickly shook off the thought, dismissing it with a small shake of his head. Someone as pure as her deserved to remain in her untarnished world, an ivory tower that would always stay untouched.

He placed the pen back in its box and drove off into the night, swallowed by the darkness.

Meanwhile, Carrie trailed behind Kristopher as they entered the living room. As the door clicked shut behind them, Carrie instinctively pulled her hand from his and took a step back, creating a brief distance.

Her voice was cold as she asked, “Why are you back?”

“I came back because I wanted to,” Kristopher answered, pulling her hand once more and guiding her to the sofa. He settled down and then pulled her into his lap. He wrapped his arms around her waist, his hands sliding under her shirt to softly trace the curve of her skin.

Hours passed, the anger fading like a storm that had blown over.

asked, “Did you

He rested his chin on her shoulder, his voice playful. “My wife almost left

with your nephew. I’m not into that kind of thing. If every man in the

flesh of her stomach, a playful smile on his face as he admitted, “You’re still upset over that? The plane was shaking, I was stuck writing a contract for hours, and my

she quipped, “If Mr. Norris can’t

affectionate. He cupped the back of

lifted her in his arms, smiling. “Maybe

shoulder with a playful punch. “Why

would be just as perfect. I’ll love whatever you give me,” Kristopher replied, his dark eyes filled with deep affection as they locked onto

and carefully laid her down on the bed. Carrie noticed a lingering scent of barbecue

Kristopher took her hand. “A little smoke doesn’t bother me,” he

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