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.

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

retaliation. Her legs

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

you want to marry me now?"

arms, nodded. But then she shook her head, tears

hunger that sent shivers down her spine. "Will you marry me?" he asked again, his fingers gentle as

the kiss and couldn't muster her usual arguments. She could only nod

tomorrow." Richard ruffled her hair and smiled before letting her go. "I won't sleep with you tonight. I'll take the

washed over her. She straightened up

of her

unnerved, but she couldn't deny the excitement bubbling within her. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ ꜰindNʘvel.ɴet

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