Under the heiress facade

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Chapter 153

Bernard had always prided himself on his self–discipline. No matter how seductive the women he encountered during his missions, he never lost his composure. However, Hera effortlessly shattered his self–discipline.

Propping his right leg, Bernard tried to conceal his awkward reaction from Hera. Assuming she might have touched his wound, Hera remained still as he instructed, lying on his sturdy chest and enveloped by his faint tobacco scent.

Sensing the warmth, Hera could feel the firmness of his chest and abdomen muscles beneath his shirt. Recalling the photo Bernard had mistakenly sent her last time, she suddenly felt the desire to trace his muscular lines.

However, she quickly brushed aside such an inappropriate thought, feeling the flush on her cheeks and the confusion in her mind.

As their breaths intertwined, Hera could hear their heartbeats loud and clear, unable to distinguish her heartbeat from his. It felt like the temperature in the room had risen.

After a long pause, Bernard broke the silence. “I think I need a shower.” A cold shower, to be exact.

Hera promptly got up and cleared her throat before saying. “No, your wound can’t get wet.”

However, knowing Bernard’s hygienic habits, she presumed he wouldn’t be able to sleep without a shower. Reluctantly, she said, “If you insist, you can opt to wipe your body…”

could offer to wash the towel

Bernard gently declined.

the doorbell rang, breaking the awkwardness in the air,

washing her face with cold water before answering the

door, holding

this is for Ms. Youngworth.

at the bouquet in disbeliet she hadn’t expected Bernard to actually buy her

the house with the bouquet, she promptly snapped a picture and sent it

Samantha initiated a voice call to Hera. Instead of answering immediately, Hera retreated to her room upstairs before picking up.

who gifted you those champagne roses?” Samantha asked anxiously once

it was more appropriate to use “bought than “gifted“.

Hera had addressed

by his nickname, Hera quickly became aware

Hera didn’t seem to be herself whenever she was around

him Uncle Bernard. That would boost his ego,” Hera explained, trying to convince

I definitely see your point there! So, did you say yes

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