Reclaiming Her Heart

Chapter 1351 What If You Insult Me and Make Me Leave?

Raymond had spoken only the truth. Only by understanding the consequences could Ann decide what to do next.

Ann sat frozen, watching him open the door and leave. Her mind replayed memories of her past with Paul-his perpetual expressionless face, his mocking and humiliating words.

Aside from physical desire, his only kindness came because he found her sexually satisfying something he'd admitted himself. Paul hadn't been with other women; he hadn't even wanted to try. His contempt for women was bone-deep.

Ann had been the exception when she'd climbed into his bed. Though disgusted, he'd reasoned that since he'd already slept with her once, a few more times wouldn't matter. It provided release. With such thoughts, why would he ever treat Ann kindly?

She remained on the sofa until her body grew stiff. Eventually, Paul came downstairs and embraced her.

"What's wrong?" he asked, noticing her expression.

She forced a smile and shook her head without speaking.

Paul kissed her ear and pulled away her scarf, revealing the marks on her neck and her slightly swollen lips. He leaned in for another kiss, but she covered his lips with her palm.

"Paul, I'm tired."

anyway, soft as rain, and she melted once more. His face gazed

her eyes. Tears slid from the

hesitation, she hugged his waist

smiled, patting

say you

"Yes."

"You're not lying?"

"No."

What if you insult me and tell me to

He grabbed her hand and cupped the back of her head. "Ann, that day will never come. I know how

his eyes. "Do

Did that man say something to

ready to drag Raymond

beat. "No. I'm just afraid you won't want me once you

troubled smile for me." With those

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