Let Me Stay The Night

“A penny for your thoughts.”

Nathaniel came home from kindergarten to see Christina spacing out in the study. She didn’t even realize he had come in.

He strode over to gather her into his arms, snapping her out of her reverie. Flashing an awkward smile, she responded, “Nothing much. I was thinking about how reckless I was.”

Nathaniel rested his chin on her shoulder and inhaled deeply, taking in the fragrance of her hair. “Hmm? For example?” he asked nonchalantly.

“For example, when I found out about my biological parents, I didn’t take the time to think it through and ended up lashing out at you. I wasn’t calm or rational at that moment. But now, upon reflection, I realize that I only heard one side of the story and didn’t consider the peculiar coincidences,” she confessed.

Deep down. Nathaniel was pleased to hear that. He comforted her. “It’s fine. We’re married, so it’s only right that you vent your frustration at me. I’m your husband, after all.”

“Thank you, Nathaniel.” Christina turned around and wrapped her arms around his neck.

Nathaniel arched his brow. “Just a simple thank you?”

Christina pondered over it before standing on tiptoes to give him a light peck on his lips.

She was about to inch away when Nathaniel pulled her closer and deepened the kiss.

“No,” Christina rejected softly when she sensed he was about to go to second base.

Her coy voice merely served to heighten Nathaniel’s desire. His voice was hoarse as he said, “I want…”

Christina was pinned to the desk, the warm sunlight bathing her body in a gentle glow.

Her skin appeared luminous and ethereal in the light, reminding Nathaniel of an angelic being.

“Christina, you’re gorgeous.”

Christina gazed at him, feeling her heart skip a beat.

Knock, knock!

to proceed when someone knocked on the

Mr. Taggart is here,” Raymond reported.

regained her composure and struggled to sit up, but

furrowed his brows in displeasure and

not a sound

don’t think that’s a good idea.” Having calmed down, Christina offered him

Unexpected Guest

with something important to tell you.”

I want is to be with you right now.”

truly comprehend the depth of Nathaniel’s emotions as Christina had left him multiple

insecurities, causing

Christina struggled to understand how the once arrogant man had

about to

later when they finally walked out of the study. Christina’s clothes were crumpled, so she headed back to her room

waiting for him in the living room. Upon seeing him, Sebastian handed him a document. “Mr. Hadley, the Gibson family sent us a

replied, “Let them sue us. Hadley Corporation will stand its ground and fight until the

settlement. In fact, he saw it as a positive outcome, as it would solidify Christina’s commitment to stand

clothes, Christina went downstairs and happened to

a sharp turn, souring with a mix of surprise and disappointment. She had never expected the Gibson family to be so ruthless

realization of their callousness reminded her of the suffering Camila had endured

she said, walking up

grateful look before ordering Sebastian to take care of the

was not an

it would be beneficial for Camila to see a psychologist,” Christina shared with Nathaniel once they were

concerned mother, she wanted to ensure that her daughter wouldn’t be adversely affected by

Nathaniel agreed with a nod.

to attend. Are you coming with

said. She felt bad to let Rayne handle