The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1271:

As Kailyn did, an apology formed in her mind, though she never spoke it aloud.

“Sorry, Laney. You’re on your own now. I can’t take on your cousin.”

Cliff took a moment to rid himself of the bear costume’s lingering scent before turning his full attention to Laney.

He studied her intently. Though it had only been about a month since their last meeting, he couldn’t help but feel she had changed in subtle but significant ways.

Her features were unchanged, her peaceful sleep unbroken. Her hands instinctively gripped the fabric of his clothes, and her body was relaxed in his arms.

Unable to resist, Cliff reached out, his fingers brushing lightly against her cheek.

Laney shifted ever so slightly, a soft squirm, as if the tickling sensation was coaxing her to burrow deeper into his embrace, all while keeping her eyes closed.

Cliff glanced around, his mind racing. This wasn’t the ideal place for her to sleep. After sending Kailyn a quick message, he carried Laney back to the hotel.

bed, Laney stirred from her dream, her hand reflexively reaching out to

paused, watching as she slowly began to wake. Her eyes

with a dreamy haze—almost as if he

she was

time, Cliff felt the inexplicable torment of being the center of her gaze, her silent observation

revealing

in a tone that didn’t quite sound

“Cliff.”

swallowed, his throat

out, to yell or

head away as a

Cliff,” she whispered with

couldn’t help it. He leaned down, pressing a gentle

voice clumsy and inadequate. He had no idea how to make it

deeper within him stirred, and

her eyes