Dragging the marriage out any longer wouldn't be good, as Richard didn't want any other men having eyes for Pearl.

"In that case, let's get married tomorrow," he declared, his tone firm.

When Pearl heard this, she felt like the world was spinning. Marriage was a serious commitment, and the sudden proposal caught her off guard.

"I didn't plan to get married so soon..." she trailed off, her mind racing with thoughts.

But Richard's reaction surprised her. His expression darkened, and he pulled her close, pressing her against the wall with a chilling intensity. "Say that again," he demanded, his voice low and commanding.

Pearl felt a surge of apprehension, but she couldn't back down now. "I'm just not ready-mmph!" Her protest was cut short by his forceful kiss.

and overwhelming. Pearl felt herself melting under his touch, her thoughts scattered by

felt breathless, whimpering slightly, only to be met with even more emotional retaliation. Her legs nearly gave

he finally released her, she was left breathless and disoriented, her heart pounding

you want to marry me now?" Richard

But then she shook

on her swollen lips with a hunger that sent shivers down her spine. "Will you marry me?" he

and couldn't muster her usual

let's get married tomorrow." Richard ruffled her hair and smiled before letting her

leave, a sense of relief washed

Richard heard the click of her

feeling both exhilarated and unnerved, but she couldn't deny the excitement

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