The Divorce Prescription

Chapter 417

Declan remained silent, offering no reaction.

Hailey couldn't tear her eyes away from him.

Fresh from the shower, his damp hair clung to his forehead. He wore a simple black T-shirt and matching pants, and his youthful charm shone through.

He was a fantastic cook, a skill developed through years of practice. There was something undeniably attractive about a man who knew his way around the kitchen.

The more Hailey watched him, the deeper her feelings grew. "Declan, why are you ignoring me? If you keep this up, I'll have to tickle you."

Before he could respond, Hailey reached up and began to tickle him.

Her hands found his toned waist, and he jolted at the sensation.

With one swift motion, Declan caught both of her wrists, pinning her against the

wall. "What do you think you're doing? You'd better behave."

Hailey squirmed, trying to free her hands. "Why are you being so rough?"

Declan didn't release her.

Hailey rose onto her tiptoes. Leaning in, she pressed a soft kiss to his lips.

Declan froze for a moment.

away, Hailey grew bolder, leaning in to

skin filled his senses-luxurious and floral, a sharp contrast to

go of her

gently parting his lips

let her tongue slip in, Hailey felt the rush of his warmth. She couldn't help but relish

heat,

moment. "Why does it

the room. "Declan, did

impaired and in the comfort of her own home, she didn't knock, simply walking in

Declan, her face flushing a bright

remained stoic as he swiftly turned off the stove. "Mom, I forgot to turn off the heat.

long as everything's fine, there's no problem,"

Declan, and we lost track of time,"

"Alright, you two continue. I'll give you

Hailey stole a glance at Declan, and to her

noticed his

had

turned a deep red.

He was blushing.

contain her surprise. "Declan,

it. "No,

most

her a cold glance.

to stay with you," Hailey responded, wrapping her arms