The Bride’s Revenge

Chapter 331 He Was Waiting For Her To Act

Marion did not sleep well that night as she was plagued by vivid dreams throughout.

When she woke up the next day, sunlight streamed through the undrawn floor–to–ceiling windows, leaving her sitting there, bewildered. She could not quite discern if last night was a dream or if those events really happened.

Last night, she had expressed her feelings to Lucas, and he did not seem to refuse. He even said he

liked her…

Was it true, or was it just her imagination running wild?

Oh, and they kissed several times, but it really did feel like a dream!

Marion stared blankly for a moment before freshening up.

The morning seemed no different from any other. Just as she descended the stairs, Lucas emerged from a swim, their paths crossing at the foot of the staircase.

However, the memory of last night made Marion blush uncontrollably.

She could not even bring herself to look at Lucas as she hastily uttered, “Good morning.”

Then, she darted off to the dining area.

a fresh outfit. He inquired,

heard him,

sat beside her, his hand grazing her back gently as he said, “Take it easy.”

by nature, coughed even harder at his touch. Sensing her discomfort, Lucas withdrew his hand, moved the breakfast in front of

coughing, Marion regained her

fine,” she said, feeling guilty for lying.

ears, Lucas smiled

any plans for today?” he asked, knowing it was another promising

replied,

nodded without further

Marion made an excuse about practicing piano,

own, locking the door behind her. She put her hand over her rapidly beating heart, gazing absentmindedly

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on the door came, Marion’s heart skipped a beat. She took a deep breath, struggling to steady her emotions, and raised her

she asked,

happened last night?” Lucas

face flushed red as she stuttered, “I–I

eyelashes.

her embarrassment evident as she glanced

won’t be your first time pulling off such antics,” he