Reborn of Kate by Isla Rainfield

Chapter 145 His Last Defenses.

Buzz…

Eric’s phone suddenly vibrated on the nightstand.

He pressed his fingers to his temple, feeling a headache coming on, and reached for the phone. As he answered, his expression immediately turned serious.

After listening to the voice on the other end, Eric replied icily, “Got it.”

He ended the call abruptly and placed the phone down before taking a deep breath. After gently releasing Kate, he said in a subdued tone, “Kate, there’s an urgent matter at the company. I have to go.”

Kate tensed briefly, then nodded softly in acknowledgement. She sat up naturally, turned to face Eric, and hesitated before speaking softly, “But Eric

Her gaze shifted to Eric’s lower body, concern evident on her face.

Eric followed her gaze, and a hint of amusement flickered in his eyes before he concealed it. “I’ll take a cold shower,” he stated.

He stood up slightly hunched, grabbed some clothes, and wrapped them around his waist, feeling unexpectedly flustered.

Soon, the sound of running water filled the bathroom.

Kate lightly bit her lip, her eyes darting toward the bathroom.

She had sensed Eric’s state earlier. He clearly….

it by

I guess he’s scared.

the shower, most

took a

hadn’t slept well all

clung to him like an octopus, her small hands wandering.

it had been a while since Eric and Kate. had been so intimately close. The

restraint, relying on his remarkable

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feelings.

and her attitude had changed significantly, Eric still harboured

the day Kate might coldly suggest a divorce or decisively leave

become an essential part of him, like an

be able to live anymore if he

than risk losing her and enduring the painful memories repeatedly, he chose not

shower, Eric emerged from the bathroom with a stern expression. He quickly dried his hair, bid a

Eric leave, Kate sighed