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.

casually asked, “Did you sign the

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

“Even if I ran away, it wouldn’t be with your nephew. I’m not into that kind of thing.

admitted, “You’re still upset over that? The plane was shaking,

Carrie didn’t push any further. Instead, she quipped, “If Mr. Norris can’t control his

voice low and affectionate. He cupped the back of her head

arms, smiling. “Maybe there’s something

shoulder with a playful

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

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

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

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