Talented Hairess A Rose with Thorns

Chapter 453

As Nancy nuzzled against him, Jacob's body went rigid He glanced down, suppressing a surge of unfamiliar emotions, and gently tapped her forehead with his long, graceful fingers.

"No biting. Sit still, and I'll take you home," he reprimanded.

"If you won't let me bite, I'm not going home with you. Nancy pouted in defiance and turned to dash out of the car, but her drunken state got the better of her. She wobbled after just one step and nearly fell flat on the pavement. "Watch it." Jacob's reflexes kicked in as he caught her, pulling her back firmly. His tone was low and commanding as he said, "Sit tight and stop messing around."

"Don't tell me what to do. Let go of me." Though completely intoxicated, Nancy fought against him with surprising force.

"You're asking for trouble-"

Before Jacob could finish, Nancy sank her teeth into his hand.

Jacob hissed in pain, instinctively letting go. Nancy seized the opportunity, jumping out of the car and tossing him a smug look as if daring him to try and stop her. Jacob's patience thinned as his dark eyes narrowed dangerously. Not only was she acting up, but now she was outright challenging him. She was courting punishment.

extended his arm and swiftly

"Let go of me."

darkened. Without a second thought, he swatted her lightly on the butt. It wasn't hard, but the embarrassment it stirred was unmistakable. Nancy's dazed eyes locked onto his, brimming with hurt. "You... you hit me," she

His brows furrowed tightly as surprise and regret flickered in his

how an older man should act toward a

himself at a loss. He was unsure why he'd

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dad never hit me, but you did." Nancy's voice cracked, tears welling

"Nance, it's my fault. When you sober

calm. Jacob's eyes were a stormy abyss as he took off his

of confusion clouded his handsome features. What on

Murray Manor, Wilson blocked Adam's path as he