Chapter 201 Chapter 201 Do I love her? For someone like Everett, emotions like love were trivial. He was a man driven by ambition, focusing solely on what he wanted.
And what he wanted was Selena as his wife. He craved the comfort she offered after a hectic day, the way she fit perfectly in his arms. Their connection was undeniable. Her soft moans and the adoring look in her eyes as she lay beneath him only boosted his ego. To put it simply, Selena was his prize.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBut he knew all too well that women often sought reassurance about their partners' feelings, and Selena was no different in this regard.
Normally, he wouldn't bother with such a question. Yet, in the warmth of their current relationship, he didn't mind playing along. "Of course, I love you." His deep voice wrapped around her like a warm blanket, and Selena felt tears welling up. She shut her eyes quickly, hoping he wouldn't notice.
She'd loved him for three years, doing everything in her power to win his heart, but it was never enough. Now, just as she was ready to move on, he said he loved her. She had asked, hoping for closure, never expecting this answer. Now, she was completely thrown off balance.
The heart she thought had grown cold was starting to stir again.
Biting her lip, Selena tried to quell the warmth spreading through her.
Oblivious to her inner turmoil, Everett let his hands roam, sending shivers through her body.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmSelena snapped back to reality, grabbed his hand and, with a blush, pushed him away. "No!" Faced with yet another rejection, a flicker of impatience crossed Everett's eyes, but he kept his cool. "What's going on?" Selena didn't want to spill the truth. Her eyes darted before she blurted out, "I... I'm on my period." "Really?" His disappointment was palpable. With a sigh, he released her, giving her a teasing nip on the lip before heading to the bathroom. The sound of water soon filled the room.
Selena exhaled a sigh of relief. She knew she couldn't keep dodging him forever. Everett's sexual desires were strong, and he was clearly drawn to her. It wasn't like claim she was on her she could month long.
His encounter with Margot would have to be addressed eventually.
Still, his simple admission of loving her ignited a flicker of hope she knew was unwise. Perhaps there was a misunderstanding somewhere. She resolved to find the right tto talk it out with him.
swney Later that night, Jacalled, inviting Everett to the opening of his new bar.
Jawasn't into the corporate world. He preferred the fun side of life, which made him keen on investing in the nightlife scene. This was his twelfth bar.
Everett wasn't too interested at first,