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.

“Did you sign the

rested his chin on her shoulder, his voice playful. “My wife almost left me for another man, and you think I’d be worried

replied, “Even if I ran away, it wouldn’t be with your nephew. I’m not into that kind of thing. If every man in the world were gone, I still wouldn’t choose

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

Mr. Norris can’t control his mouth, he might as well

you,” Kristopher murmured, his voice low and affectionate. He cupped

in his arms, smiling. “Maybe there’s something else I’d like to give

his shoulder with a playful punch. “Why not a

son would be just as perfect. I’ll love whatever you give me,” Kristopher replied, his dark

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

by desire, Kristopher took her hand. “A little

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