No Strings Attached

Clara chuckled, her nose twitching as she tried to sniff out the truth. "Really? My hubby's kisses are sweet as pie, not a hint of funk. Besides, the smooch we shared when we parted ways yesterday should've worn off by now."

Sasha stomped her foot in mock frustration. "Ugh, lan, you bastard! Give me back my innocent, sweet Clara. You've totally corrupted her!"

The two friends were causing a ruckus in the room when Clara's phone began to ring. She saw lan's number and quickly answered. Her voice was teasing as she spoke, "Honey, someone's talking smack about you behind your back." Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

lan's lips curled into a smile at the sight of Clara's beaming face. "So chipper? Hanging out with Sasha?"

eyes widened in surprise. "How

dare bad-mouth me behind my

on the video call. "lan, give me back my little Clara. She's totally led astray now because of

never even been in love, so obviously, you wouldn't understand the happiness involved." At

beside him. Inside was a set of the season's latest jewelry, something Sasha had long coveted but never splurged on. "This set's for you. It'll match Clara's jewels perfectly, and I've also prepared

be crossing the threshold. You'll have to plead with me to marry your bride." Clara pouted at her friend. "Don't you dare make it tough for him. Otherwise, our future son won't be calling

already turning on your own. Ungrateful little thing. You two chat. I'm off to brainstorm some challenges with Elle downstairs." lan watched Clara, his eyes dancing with mirth. "Mrs. Hayes,

you. My brother and cousins have been plotting how to give you a hard time all day. All fourteen of them. You'll see what's waiting for you." lan chuckled with a knowing look. "Don't worry, darling. Your hubby's got the stamina to spare. No matter how they try to wear me down, I'll still