Chapter 170 Lovesickness

Their eyes met, and for a moment, time seemed to slow. In Eric’s dark gaze, Hadley saw it–the unmistakable

pull of desire, deep and unwavering

His hand cupped her face, warm and slightly calloused, large enough to cover her delicate features entirely.

Hadley’s brows knit slightly, her full lips parting just enough, painted in a shade of red that made her look even more alluring.

A rush of heat surged through Eric, but he held himself steady, his voice low, coaxing, “Hadley… is this okay?

Hmm?”

Her long lashes fluttered as she lowered her gaze, a breath of hesitation before she finally nodded.

“Hmm.”

There was no more reason to hold back–no more space for doubt.

He had been waiting for this moment forever.

This was the difference between men and women–when a man wanted a woman, every fiber of his being demanded action. And right now, Eric wasn’t about to deny himself.

Without hesitation, he swept her into his arms, carrying her effortlessly out of the room. His strides were purposeful, his grip firm yet careful as he headed straight for the master bedroom.

The door swung open with a rough kick–yet when he set her down on the bed, it was with the utmost

gentleness.

He still remembered her resistance from before.

Carefully, he met her gaze, his voice quieter now. “If you’re scared… don’t force yourself.”

Hadley bit her lower lip, her fingers tightening slightly. Then, just as deliberately, she reached up, looping her

arms around his neck.

An invitation.

What man could resist that? Certainly not Eric.

He leaned in, the space between them vanishing.

He could feel it–she was still slightly tense, but compared to before, she had softened, her body no longer stiff with hesitation.

“Is this okay?”

He wasn’t rushing–he would ask as many times as it took.

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“Uh–huh.”

consent did Eric dare to

open the drawer

around his wrist. “What are you

turning to her

something… You don’t want to get pregnant so soon,

the very least, shouldn’t they wait until marriage before

fine.” Hadley’s voice was firm, though there was a slight tension in

continued smoothly, her tone unwavering. “I came prepared.”

had actually prepared was

dark gaze scanning her face for any sign of

isn’t exactly good for you.

rather take the pill.” Her voice softened just enough to make it sound

a long moment, clearly weighing

a quiet sigh, he relented, reaching for the drawer–and closing

wish was granted.

lay beside her, his fingers threading lazily through her damp hair, a faint smirk tugging at his lips.

was low, teasing. “I’ll

a drowsy hum before shaking

a pillow

frowned. “What’s that for?”

she shot him a pointed look. “Do you really

Was that because of

stifled a chuckle, shaking his head.

laugh, reaching over to pinch her cheek. “I’ll go

of bed

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Chapter 170 Lovesickness

still, listening to the steady sound of running water, her expression

pain? Sure, that part was true. But the pillow under

to increase the chances of getting pregnant–so she could leave him sooner.

Eric returned, his movements gentle as he scooped her up

sharp reflections across

she stepped into the warm water, Hadley’s gaze instinctively

were scattered across his skin, jagged and faded, some overlapping like a brutal roadmap of

ran through her.

happened to him?

had seen them. He hadn’t intended to keep them

past… that was something he still hadn’t figured out how to do.

“Hadley…”

before he could say more, she looked away. She didn’t ask. Didn’t press. “I’m done showering,” she murmured, turning toward the

of the shower room without looking back.

too involved with him. His past? It wasn’t something she needed to know. It wasn’t something she wanted

there for a moment, watching her retreat. She didn’t even

Or… was she afraid?

in the mirror. It wasn’t hard to imagine how terrifying

decided he wouldn’t force it. When she was ready–if she was ever ready–she would

into his arms

had spent years practicing restraint, indulging even

clean, guilt began to creep in. Eric’s fingers

his voice laced with guilt. “Does your

clicked her tongue, exasperated.

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