Chapter 397

"You wouldn't dare!" His tone was calm but carried an air of authority that couldn't be ignored. Scarlett internally grumbled but obediently withdrew her hand.

So bossy! So controlling!

She quickly shifted on the couch, trying to put some distance between them. But just as she started to move, Steven grabbed her arm and pulled her back. She stumbled, landing right against his chest.

His embrace was warm, and she instinctively looked up to glare at him, only to be caught in his soft, tender gaze. Her cheeks flushed red as she quickly lowered her head.

Memories of the previous night flooded her mind-Steven's relentless teasing that left her begging for mercy. She had only just started to recover, and now she worried... Could he possibly want to-?

Her face grew even hotter as her thoughts spiraled. When had she become so... horny? Maybe he was just pulling her closer for a look, nothing more.

The more she thought, the more flustered she became. And apparently, Steven noticed her unusual behavior. His gaze deepened, as though he was trying to read her thoughts.

could react, he leaned down and brushed a soft kiss against her lips, leaving her

are you doing?!" she

her, and kissed her again—this time,

as Scarlett felt her heart pound uncontrollably, a sudden, sharp pain in her lower abdomen made

face twisting in discomfort.

his voice laced with concern. Did

up, clutching her stomach with both


only grew as

he grabbed his phone and called his private doctor, insisting he come over as soon as possible. Luckily, the doctor's clinic was

She

started

pain. She used to scoff at people who said they suffered excruciating cramps during their periods, dismissing them as overly dramatic. But now, with

He placed the glass of warm water on the table

composed herself but was still clutching her stomach. Steven immediately swept her into his arms and carried her back to the bedroom, gently laying her on

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