The Bride’s Revenge

Chapter 337 We Have Time Now

Marion felt a flutter in her heart.

The phrase “catching up on sleep” instantly conjured up awkward images in her mind, causing her face to flush red with embarrassment.

After the call, Lucas hung up and glanced down at her. “A nap, Mrs. Craig?”

His face was softened by the sunlight gently illuminating his features, a departure from his usual cool demeanor.

However, a hint of amusement danced in his dark eyes as he stared directly at her, making Marion

feel somewhat awkward.

“I–I’m not sleepy,” she stammered, averting her gaze. “Was that Martin on the phone?”

“No,” he replied calmly.

Marion watched as Lucas lied without batting an eye. She had clearly heard Martin’s voice earlier!

She pursed her lips and whispered, “I heard Martin’s voice just now.

Lucas remained silent, suddenly leaning forward with his hands resting on the back of her chair.

inches apart, and Marion caught a whiff of his

maintain her composure for a few seconds

the table.

weather is really nice today,” she

her

slightly embarrassed, Marion continued, “It’s perfect for playing

seeming to relent. “I’ll take your advice, Mrs.

up as

his back, not expecting him to stop

muttered

her forehead gently. “Let’s go play

breathed a sigh of

was fine, as long as they were not alone at home. She could not trust herself to be alone with him. Who

might change his mind, Marion quickly went upstairs to

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seated on the couch, observing Marion’s swift return. Recould not help but chuckde softly. “Are you that eager to play

her nose. “It’s been a while since I played.”

pensive look

sigh of relief and followed him. However, as they took a few steps, she felt a warmth beside her.

her hand tightly. Not only was he holding her hand, but