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.

stirred from her dream, her hand reflexively reaching out to grip his as he tried to

as she slowly began to wake. Her eyes fluttered open, half-lidded, locking onto him in the

light painted Cliff’s figure with a dreamy

thought she

Cliff felt the inexplicable torment of being the center

said, revealing himself fully to

a tone that didn’t quite

“Cliff.”

throat tight, and answered,

out, to yell or hit

a soft sigh escaped

hate you, Cliff,” she whispered with

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

sorry,” he whispered, his voice clumsy and inadequate. He had no

stirred, and he couldn’t resist leaning closer, his

still only half-awake, opened her eyes