The Queen They Buried

Chapter 259

Bowen kissed Aubree slowly, taking his time as he explored every part of her with quiet patience.

“I…” Aubree was left speechless. What Bowen had said was true.

Having been granted a second chance at life, love was never something Aubree sought. Aubree could not bring herself to believe that anyone would be foolish–or brave–enough to stand by her without conditions.

I’d rather never have it at all than face possible separation later,’ Aubree thought. ‘After I’ve had my revenge, whether through adoption or IVF, I’ll raise an exceptional heir. I’ll make sure my child knows that self–worth matters more than anything else!

Of all the things she planned for, love was never one of them.

Bowen looked into her eyes and said softly, “Don’t rush to reject me. Just give me a chance. Let me prove I’m not the wrong choice.”

his hand still resting on the back of her head, his thumb gently caressing her temple. He said softly, “Even if this doesn’t work out, having an

contrary, I’d be absolutely delighted if you did. Or, to put it more plainly, to

expected Bowen to say

or that dangerously persuasive look in his eyes, she could not tell.

pulled back and planted a kiss on Aubree’s forehead. “Get

sat frozen on

upstairs, he was greeted by the sight of Enrique in a most undignified pose–his butt sticking out, pressed

do? Seriously, shouldn’t Grandpa know better than anyone how soundproof this

are you doing, Grandpa?” Alvin blurted

his own grandson, Enrique looked visibly awkward. Before he could even straighten up, the study door swung open. Bowen stared wordlessly at Enrique, who nearly fell into his arms. “Dad, you’re over 60, not 16,” Bowen said

in front of him and muttered, “Aubree must have had

“I’d be more