Reborn for Revenge or A Second Chance At Vengeance

Chapter 144 You And Me Both

Aurelia’s cheeks flushed deeper at his words, her shock evident.

Her mind was a fog, the memories of the previous night feeling like a dream where she floated amongst clouds in a tormented, unbearable haze. She recalled pleading tearfully through the night.

Normally, he seems so cold and abstinent. Howe could he be so intense in bed?

“I’m going to take a shower first,” Aurelia aunounced, trying to maintain a semblance of calm.

She began to rise from the bed, clutching the blanket around her, intending to retrieve her clothes scattered around the room.

Matthew watched her move, his voice catching slightly as he revealed, “I helped you bathe last night.”

Aurelia’s body tensed abruptly at his admission. Isn’t he thoughtful?

The thought of herself, unresponsive like a lifeless fish being meticulously cleaned by Matthew, made her feel like she couldn’t face him for the rest of the day.

Her eyes swept over the chaotic scene on the floor–clothes tossed everywhere, evidencing the intensity of their previous night’s encounter.

Before she could react further, Matthew’s arm encircled her waist, pulling her back into the warmth of the bed and the covers. She found herself snugly nestled against him.

“Sleep a bit longer,” he murmured, his voice thick with sleepiness.

They were both undressed, and Aurelia felt as if she was navigating a delicate balance, afraid to make any sudden movements. Yet, she was exhausted and sore, longing just to sleep a little more.

Aurelia’s thoughts drifted hazily. It was often said that men felt revitalized after such encounters, so why did Matthew appear so utterly drained?

Is he exhausted? So is he actually fit or not?

Matthew was unaware of the flurry of thoughts in Aurelia’s mind. It was unusual for him to feel sleepy. after waking; this morning was a rarity in his long battle with insomnia. Earlier, after bathing Aurelia and laying her down, he had reached for a cigarette. Just as he was about to light it, a soft whimper from Aurelia drew him back to bed, and he had found himself drifting to sleep almost immediately.

Back at the Quigley residence, just lying in bed had sometimes helped his insomnia. But now, holding Aurelia had provided him with an unexpectedly deeper, more restful,sleep.

Meanwhile, at the office, Gordon was at a loss for words as he caught the periodically curious glances of his colleagues. It was the first time their usually diligent boss had missed a Monday at work without being on a business trip.

To everyone at the office, Matthew was known as a relentless workaholic. The unexpected absence raised many eyebrows, but no one dared to ask why he was away.

Only Gordon, who was privy to the real reason, faced the curious looks from everyone. He could only explain that Matthew needed some rest–a well–deserved break, indeed.

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on the text message he had received that morning. Gordon felt a stir of

over–exerting himself last night with Aurelia so they needed a day off and wanted me to inform Old Mr. Gardner: The phrase “over–exerting” has been in

day. Chad leaned heavily on his cane, his progress slow and labored as he made his way to the

and encountered Uriah. After

Aurelia’s husband? Had

his arrival, he was informed that Aurelia had

Joseph’s antique paintings.

reason.

to his grandson with a tone of resignation, said, “If there’s something important, there’s something Not

to disclose the

explained rather simply that Matthew had requested him to call in sick for Aurelia, stating she was too exhausted

it mean to be “too exhausted“? Ah, to be young

afraid his grandson wouldn’t be able

lips pressed firmly together as he decided, “Then I’ll

and wanted to keep her marital status hidden from

not deep enough to be proclaimed. If he loved someone truly, he would

I’d have a secret marriage! Besides, I’m still young, and

the next time they woke, it was

as Matthew answered a call. She faintly heard him address someone as “Grandma” which snapped her back to

to his grandmother, “We won’t be returning to the residence tonight. The food has already been ordered and is on its way. Auri was really

Aurelia listened, the more awake she became, and she dreaded how she would face

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surprised to hear how tired her grandson sounded, and she asked with a concerned tone, “Is it like what I

slightly. “What exactly

little rascal, treat Auri well! Be gentle, understand?” Mabel

“You’ll have to put in extra effort these next few days,” Mabel instructed. “Keep an eye on the kitchen and make sure to prepare some nourishing stews. Deliver them

hearing this, Evelyn was taken aback but responded obediently, “All right,

call, Aurelia had wrapped herself in the

he found Aurelia attempting to leave the room, cautiously wrapped in a

was clear she was moving slowly, likely fearing that any