My Extraordinary Wife

Ashlyn did not pay him any mind as she was long used to this by now. She would stay here tonight so she would not have to book a hotel room. The matter she was here for was tomorrow anyway.

Besides, it was a lot more beautiful and comfortable here than a hotel.

After a moment of watching random programs on the TV, she grew bored.

Her gaze drifted toward Lucas. His side profile was incredibly attractive, especially now with the dim lighting softening the normally harsh features of his face. His dark eyes were focused on his laptop screen while his lips were tightly pursed in concentration. It made for a very alluring sight.

Inexplicably, desire flared to life in her, and she had the sudden urge to kiss his lips.

It should be a crime to look this seductive and alluring. Gah! Restrain yourself, Ashlyn! He may look ravishing, but he’s a narcissistic, arrogant, mean, and domineering jerk! You mustn’t be seduced by his charms! There are plenty of better other men out there.

With much effort, she managed to force herself to turn her attention back on the TV.

Her lips twitched as she mentally berated herself for having such a strange impulse toward Lucas, of all men.

Just then, Lilian came over with a cup of coffee with a sweet smile ever-present on her face. “Mr. Nolan, here’s your coffee.”

to glance at Ashlyn. He moved his eyes pointedly

a superior air. However, the fact that she was technically leeching off his hospitality

reached out to take the coffee from

how a vicious glint flashed through the servant’s eyes. Despite that, the smile on Lilian’s face remained as harmless as

not know any better, she

eye contact, she took a sip of

It was incredibly sweet.

know Lucas’ preferences at all. He doesn’t like sweet things,

preferred his coffee black and enjoyed it more when Ashlyn brewed it

he liked whatever Ashlyn did as

cooking, the coffee she made, or even a glass of lemon juice, everything she made tasted

want to drink coffee brewed by you.” He stroked her cheek softly, the silky feeling a delightful sensation that had him

his hand away in irritation. “Don’t

She was not doing this for him; she was only doing

was rooted to the spot, feeling awkward. She watched with disappointment as Lucas focused back on his work, not even touching the coffee she had

the expressions on the other woman’s face but did not comment